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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a historic ceremony to commemorate Slavery Remembrance Day.
7/9/2024, 5:37 PM
Summary of Bill HCONRES 116
Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 116, also known as the Emancipation Hall Ceremony Authorization Act, is a piece of legislation that authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a historic ceremony to commemorate Slavery Remembrance Day. The bill aims to recognize and honor the millions of individuals who were enslaved in the United States and to acknowledge the lasting impact that slavery has had on the country.
The ceremony will serve as a way to remember and reflect on the history of slavery in the United States, as well as to educate the public about the struggles and contributions of enslaved individuals. By holding the ceremony in Emancipation Hall, which is located in the Capitol Visitor Center, lawmakers hope to emphasize the importance of acknowledging and confronting the legacy of slavery in America.
The bill does not specify the exact details of the ceremony, but it does provide authorization for the use of Emancipation Hall for this purpose. It is a symbolic gesture that aims to promote awareness and understanding of the history of slavery in the United States and to honor the individuals who suffered under this institution. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 116 is a non-partisan piece of legislation that seeks to commemorate Slavery Remembrance Day and to promote dialogue and reflection on the legacy of slavery in the United States. It is an important step towards recognizing and honoring the experiences of enslaved individuals and acknowledging the impact that slavery has had on American society.
The ceremony will serve as a way to remember and reflect on the history of slavery in the United States, as well as to educate the public about the struggles and contributions of enslaved individuals. By holding the ceremony in Emancipation Hall, which is located in the Capitol Visitor Center, lawmakers hope to emphasize the importance of acknowledging and confronting the legacy of slavery in America.
The bill does not specify the exact details of the ceremony, but it does provide authorization for the use of Emancipation Hall for this purpose. It is a symbolic gesture that aims to promote awareness and understanding of the history of slavery in the United States and to honor the individuals who suffered under this institution. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 116 is a non-partisan piece of legislation that seeks to commemorate Slavery Remembrance Day and to promote dialogue and reflection on the legacy of slavery in the United States. It is an important step towards recognizing and honoring the experiences of enslaved individuals and acknowledging the impact that slavery has had on American society.
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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 116
Bill HCONRES 116 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 25, 2024. Bill HCONRES 116 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 25, 2024. Bill HCONRES 116's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of June 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 116
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 116
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CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 116
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a historic ceremony to commemorate Slavery Remembrance Day.
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a historic ceremony to commemorate Slavery Remembrance Day.
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