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A resolution supporting reopening the United States Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings to the American people.
12/29/2022, 9:33 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 512
Bill 117 sres 512, also known as a resolution supporting reopening the United States Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings to the American people, was introduced in the Senate with the aim of allowing the public to once again access these important government buildings. The resolution emphasizes the importance of transparency and accessibility in government, stating that the Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings should be open to all Americans to visit and observe the legislative process.
The resolution highlights the historical significance of these buildings as symbols of democracy and the seat of the United States government. It argues that allowing the public to visit these buildings fosters a sense of civic engagement and encourages participation in the democratic process.
The resolution also acknowledges the need for security measures to protect both visitors and government officials, but emphasizes that these measures should not prevent the public from accessing these important institutions. It calls for a balance between security and accessibility, ensuring that the Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings remain open and welcoming to all Americans. Overall, Bill 117 sres 512 advocates for the reopening of the United States Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings to the American people, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement in government.
The resolution highlights the historical significance of these buildings as symbols of democracy and the seat of the United States government. It argues that allowing the public to visit these buildings fosters a sense of civic engagement and encourages participation in the democratic process.
The resolution also acknowledges the need for security measures to protect both visitors and government officials, but emphasizes that these measures should not prevent the public from accessing these important institutions. It calls for a balance between security and accessibility, ensuring that the Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings remain open and welcoming to all Americans. Overall, Bill 117 sres 512 advocates for the reopening of the United States Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings to the American people, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement in government.
Congressional Summary of SRES 512
This resolution supports reopening the U.S. Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings to visitors under the public visitation policies that were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 512
Bill SRES 512 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since March 1, 2022. Bill SRES 512 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 15, 2022. Bill SRES 512's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 2/15/2022 CR S710) as of March 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 512
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
52Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
52Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 512
Primary Policy Focus
CongressPotential Impact Areas
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Public participation and lobbying
- Senate
- U.S. Capitol
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 512
A resolution supporting reopening the United States Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings to the American people.
A resolution supporting reopening the United States Capitol Building and Senate Office Buildings to the American people.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 512
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