Directing the Architect of the Capitol to place a marker in Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center which acknowledges the role that slave labor played in the construction of the United States Capitol, and for other purposes.

Bill H.Con.Res. 135, also known as the Emancipation Hall Marker Act, directs the Architect of the Capitol to place a marker in Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center. The marker is intended to acknowledge the significant role that slave labor played in the construction of the United States Capitol.

The purpose of the marker is to recognize and honor the contributions of the enslaved individuals who were forced to work on the construction of the Capitol building. This acknowledgement is important in recognizing the history of slavery in the United States and the impact it had on the development of the nation.

In addition to acknowledging the role of slave labor in the construction of the Capitol, the marker also serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for equality and justice in the United States. By recognizing the contributions of enslaved individuals, the marker aims to promote understanding and awareness of the history of slavery and its lasting effects on American society. Overall, Bill H.Con.Res. 135 seeks to commemorate the contributions of enslaved individuals to the construction of the United States Capitol and to promote a greater understanding of the history of slavery in the United States.