Congress·Passed Both·H.Con.Res. 62

Congress allows Capitol hall for Barbara Rose Johns statue unveiling

Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to unveil the statue of Barbara Rose Johns.

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Congress allows Emancipation Hall at the Capitol to be used on December 16, 2025 to unveil a statue of Barbara Rose Johns
Capitol officials will handle setup and safety rules for the event
This is a ceremonial step and does not change any laws or government programs
Visitors may see parts of the Capitol Visitor Center closed or crowded that day; the event honors civil rights history

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Dec 4, 2025Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

Dec 4, 2025Senate

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8517)

Dec 4, 2025

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.

Dec 1, 2025Senate

Received in the Senate.

Nov 20, 2025House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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Congressional Bill

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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to unveil the statue of Barbara Rose Johns.

Bill NumberHCONRES 62

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionMessage on Senate action sent to the House.

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