Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of a bust of Sojourner Truth.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Apr 2009): Message on Senate action sent to the House.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 86, proposes to allow Emancipation Hall, a space within the Capitol Visitor Center, to be used for a specific event. The event authorized by the resolution is the unveiling of a bust honoring Sojourner Truth, scheduled for April 28, 2009. The resolution also states that any physical preparations needed for this ceremony will be done under the conditions set by the Architect of the Capitol.
The bill affects the use of a public space in the Capitol building and is initiated by a Member of the House of Representatives. The Senate would also need to concur for the resolution to become official. The bill's status indicates it was introduced in the House and that a message regarding Senate action has been sent to the House.
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Timeline
24 Apr 2009
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 86 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 86, proposes to allow Emancipation Hall, a space within the Capitol Visitor Center, to be used for a specific event. The event authorized by the resolution is the unveiling of a bust honoring Sojourner Truth, scheduled for April 28, 2009. The resolution also states that any physical preparations needed for this ceremony will be done under the conditions set by the Architect of the Capitol. The bill affects the use of a public space in the Capitol building and is initiated by a Member of the House of Representatives. The Senate would also need to concur for the resolution to become official. The bill's status indicates it was introduced in the House and that a message regarding Senate action has been sent to the House.
- Has H.Con.Res. 86 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 86. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 86?
- H.Con.Res. 86 was sponsored by Rep. Jackson-Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18] (D-TX), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 86?
- Message on Senate action sent to the House. (24 Apr 2009).
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