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To direct the Secretary of the Interior to arrange for the carving of the figure of President Donald J. Trump on Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
2/26/2025, 5:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 792
Bill 119 HR 792, also known as the "Mount Rushmore Carving of President Donald J. Trump Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that would direct the Secretary of the Interior to arrange for the carving of a figure of President Donald J. Trump on Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial, located in South Dakota, currently features the carved faces of four former US presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. The addition of President Trump's figure would be a significant and controversial change to the iconic monument.
Supporters of the bill argue that President Trump deserves to be honored alongside other notable presidents on Mount Rushmore. They believe that his accomplishments and contributions to the country warrant his inclusion on the monument. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that adding President Trump's figure to Mount Rushmore would be a divisive and politically motivated decision. They believe that the monument should remain dedicated to the four presidents already carved on it and that adding President Trump's figure would set a dangerous precedent for future additions. If passed, the bill would require the Secretary of the Interior to oversee the carving process and ensure that it is done in a manner that is respectful to the existing monument and its historical significance. The cost and logistics of adding President Trump's figure to Mount Rushmore would also need to be determined. Overall, the proposed legislation to carve President Trump's figure on Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a contentious and polarizing issue that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial, located in South Dakota, currently features the carved faces of four former US presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. The addition of President Trump's figure would be a significant and controversial change to the iconic monument.
Supporters of the bill argue that President Trump deserves to be honored alongside other notable presidents on Mount Rushmore. They believe that his accomplishments and contributions to the country warrant his inclusion on the monument. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that adding President Trump's figure to Mount Rushmore would be a divisive and politically motivated decision. They believe that the monument should remain dedicated to the four presidents already carved on it and that adding President Trump's figure would set a dangerous precedent for future additions. If passed, the bill would require the Secretary of the Interior to oversee the carving process and ensure that it is done in a manner that is respectful to the existing monument and its historical significance. The cost and logistics of adding President Trump's figure to Mount Rushmore would also need to be determined. Overall, the proposed legislation to carve President Trump's figure on Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a contentious and polarizing issue that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public.
Congressional Summary of HR 792
This bill directs the National Park Service to add the figure of President Donald Trump to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The memorial currently displays figures of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.
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Current Status of Bill HR 792
Bill HR 792 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2025. Bill HR 792 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025. Bill HR 792's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of January 28, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 792
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1Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Republican Cosponsors
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 792
To direct the Secretary of the Interior to arrange for the carving of the figure of President Donald J. Trump on Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
To direct the Secretary of the Interior to arrange for the carving of the figure of President Donald J. Trump on Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
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