Capitol Remembrance Act

Hozzl · 2025-01-31T14:21:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 212 Capitol Remembrance Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Congress. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/31/2025, 2:21 PM

Summary of Bill HR 212

Bill 119 hr 212, also known as the "Capitol Attack Exhibit Act," directs the Architect of the Capitol to design and install an exhibit in the United States Capitol that depicts the attack on the Capitol that occurred on January 6, 2021. The purpose of the exhibit is to memorialize and educate visitors about the events of that day, which saw a violent mob storm the Capitol building in an attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.

The exhibit will serve as a reminder of the importance of upholding democracy and the rule of law, and will highlight the bravery of the Capitol Police officers and other law enforcement personnel who defended the Capitol and protected the members of Congress inside. The exhibit will also include information about the historical significance of the Capitol building and the role it plays in American democracy.

In addition to depicting the events of January 6, the exhibit may also include information about the aftermath of the attack, including the investigations and prosecutions of those responsible. The bill does not specify a timeline for the installation of the exhibit, but it does authorize the use of funds from the Architect of the Capitol to carry out the design and installation. Overall, the Capitol Attack Exhibit Act aims to ensure that the events of January 6, 2021 are not forgotten and that future generations understand the importance of protecting and preserving our democratic institutions.

Congressional Summary of HR 212

Capitol Remembrance Act

This bill requires the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) to design and install in a prominent location in the U.S. Capitol a permanent exhibit that depicts the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol.

To the extent possible, the AOC must preserve property that was damaged during the attack and include it in the exhibit. The AOC must also include (1) existing photographic records relating to the attack; and (2) a plaque to honor the U.S. Capitol Police and other law enforcement agencies that protected the Capitol, the individuals who died or sustained injuries to protect the Capitol, and the staff who helped restore the Capitol complex after the attack.

The exhibit shall be installed within two years after the bill's enactment.

Current Status of Bill HR 212

Bill HR 212 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 6, 2025. Bill HR 212 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 6, 2025. Bill HR 212's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of January 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 212

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

201

Democrat Cosponsors

201

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 212

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 212

To direct the Architect of the Capitol to design and install in the United States Capitol an exhibit that depicts the attack on the Capitol that occurred on January 6, 2021, and for other purposes.To direct the Architect of the Capitol to design and install in the United States Capitol an exhibit that depicts the attack on the Capitol that occurred on January 6, 2021, and for other purposes.

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