Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023

Bill 118 s 3412, also known as the Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to honor the legacy of Reuben E. Lawson, a prominent civil rights activist, by renaming a federal building in his honor.

The bill proposes to rename the federal building located in downtown Washington, DC, as the Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building. This building currently houses several government agencies and departments, and the renaming would serve as a tribute to Lawson's contributions to the civil rights movement and his advocacy for equality and justice.

The legislation has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing Lawson's impact on American society. Supporters of the bill argue that renaming the federal building after Lawson would serve as a reminder of the ongoing fight for civil rights and equality in the United States. If passed, the Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023 would officially rename the federal building in Washington, DC, in honor of Lawson's legacy. The bill is currently under review in Congress, and lawmakers are working to secure the necessary votes for its passage.