Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the ‘Six Triple Eight’ Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021.
- Bill Number
- H.Con.Res. 22
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed Senate
- Latest Action
- 2025-04-14: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-10T15:13:23Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 22) authorizes the use of a specific public space in the U.S. Capitol for a ceremonial event. The event honors the recipients of Congressional Gold Medals awarded to the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion (also known as the "Six Triple Eight"), an all-African American, all-women unit that served in the U.S. Army during World War II by sorting and delivering mail to improve troop morale.
Key Provisions
- Authorization for Use: Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center is permitted for a ceremony on April 29, 2025, to present the medals as established by the "Six Triple Eight" Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021 (Public Law 117-97).
- Preparations: Any physical setup for the event must follow guidelines set by the Architect of the Capitol, who oversees maintenance and operations of Capitol buildings.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This resolution introduces no changes to existing laws. It is a procedural measure that grants permission for a one-time event in a government facility, without altering statutes, regulations, or prior authorizations related to the 2021 medal act.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: The Architect of the Capitol will handle logistical preparations, potentially involving minor resource allocation for setup and security, but with no long-term financial or operational burdens.
- On Citizens: It enables public recognition of historical military service, which may foster greater awareness of the contributions of underrepresented groups in U.S. history, particularly African American women in WWII.
- On International Relations: No direct impacts, as the resolution focuses on a domestic ceremonial event honoring U.S. military history.
Main Stakeholders
- Congress: The House and Senate jointly authorize and oversee the event.
- Architect of the Capitol: Responsible for facility preparations and conditions.
- Recipients and Honorees: Surviving members of the 6888th Battalion, their families, and veterans' organizations benefiting from the medal presentation.
- Public and Visitors: Those attending the ceremony in the Capitol Visitor Center, including historians, educators, and the general public interested in WWII history.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: As a concurrent resolution, it requires agreement from both the House and Senate but does not need presidential approval, making it a non-binding procedural tool for internal congressional operations. It upholds the 2021 law by facilitating its implementation without creating new legal obligations.
- Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's authority under Article I to manage its facilities and conduct ceremonial functions, with no challenges to separation of powers.
- Political: Symbolizes bipartisan recognition of diverse military contributions, potentially promoting themes of equality and historical preservation, though it carries no substantive policy shifts or controversies.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
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Recent Actions
- 2025-04-14: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- 2025-04-10: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2577)
- 2025-04-10: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
- 2025-04-08: Received in the Senate.
- 2025-04-07: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2025-04-07: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H1443)
- 2025-04-07: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H1443)
- 2025-04-07: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H1443)
- 2025-04-07: Committee on House Administration discharged.
- 2025-04-07: Committee on House Administration discharged.
- 2025-04-07: Mr. Steil asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
- 2025-03-31: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- 2025-03-31: Submitted in House
- 2025-03-31: Submitted in House
Bill Versions
- Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the ‘Six Triple Eight’ Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021. — issued 2025-04-07 — PDF (4 pages)
- Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the ‘Six Triple Eight’ Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021. — issued 2025-04-10 — PDF (1 pages)
- Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the ‘Six Triple Eight’ Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021. — issued 2025-03-31 — PDF (2 pages)
- Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the ‘Six Triple Eight’ Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021. — issued 2025-04-08 — PDF (2 pages)