H.Con.Res.22 - 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. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Con.Res.22 authorizes 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. The ceremony is scheduled for April 29, 2025. The resolution also directs the Architect of the Capitol to oversee physical preparations for the event.
Expected Effects
This resolution will allow for a formal ceremony to honor the ‘Six Triple Eight’ with the Congressional Gold Medals. It facilitates the logistical arrangements for the event by authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall. The Architect of the Capitol will manage the necessary physical preparations.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a venue for honoring the ‘Six Triple Eight’.
- Formally recognizes their contributions with a dedicated ceremony.
- Uses a prominent location (Emancipation Hall) to highlight the importance of the event.
- Ensures proper preparations for the ceremony through the Architect of the Capitol.
- Symbolically reinforces the importance of honoring military service and achievement.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential cost associated with preparing Emancipation Hall for the ceremony.
- Possible disruption to other activities within the Capitol Visitor Center.
- Limited direct impact on broader policy issues or the general public beyond the honorees and attendees.
- The resolution itself does not address any systemic issues or create new programs.
- The benefits are primarily symbolic rather than tangible.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with the general powers of Congress to recognize and honor individuals or groups through symbolic gestures. While not explicitly mentioned, Article I, Section 8 grants Congress broad authority to provide for the general welfare and to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).