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Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery as the "Arlington House National Historic Site".
12/29/2022, 5:48 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 90
Bill 117 hjres 90, also known as the Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery as the "Arlington House National Historic Site," was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of changing the name of the memorial to better reflect its historical significance. The bill seeks to rename the memorial in honor of Arlington House, a historic mansion located within the cemetery that was once the home of Confederate General Robert E. Lee.
The bill has garnered bipartisan support, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the need to accurately represent the history and significance of the site. Supporters of the bill argue that renaming the memorial to Arlington House National Historic Site will better reflect the historical context of the site and its connection to the broader history of the United States.
If passed, the bill would officially change the name of the Robert E. Lee Memorial to Arlington House National Historic Site, ensuring that future generations understand the historical significance of the site and its role in shaping American history. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its passage would mark an important step in accurately representing the history of Arlington National Cemetery.
The bill has garnered bipartisan support, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the need to accurately represent the history and significance of the site. Supporters of the bill argue that renaming the memorial to Arlington House National Historic Site will better reflect the historical context of the site and its connection to the broader history of the United States.
If passed, the bill would officially change the name of the Robert E. Lee Memorial to Arlington House National Historic Site, ensuring that future generations understand the historical significance of the site and its role in shaping American history. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its passage would mark an important step in accurately representing the history of Arlington National Cemetery.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 90
This joint resolution redesignates the memorial to Robert. E. Lee in Arlington National Cemetery as the Arlington House National Historic Site.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 90
Bill HJRES 90 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 14, 2022. Bill HJRES 90 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 14, 2022. Bill HJRES 90's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of August 16, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 90
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 90
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 90
Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery as the "Arlington House National Historic Site".
Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery as the "Arlington House National Historic Site".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 90
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