H.Con.Res.24 - Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Con.Res.24 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on June 8, 2025, for an event celebrating the birthday of King Kamehameha I. The resolution was agreed to on June 3, 2025, during the First Session of the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress. It directs the Architect of the Capitol to oversee physical preparations for the event.
Expected Effects
This resolution will allow for a celebration of King Kamehameha I's birthday within the Capitol Visitor Center. The event will likely involve cultural displays, speeches, and possibly performances related to Hawaiian history and culture. The Architect of the Capitol will ensure the event's preparations align with the building's regulations.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a venue for celebrating Hawaiian culture and history.
- Recognizes the significance of King Kamehameha I.
- Promotes cultural diversity and inclusion within the Capitol.
- May foster a stronger connection between the Hawaiian community and the federal government.
- Could enhance tourism and awareness of Hawaiian heritage.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with event preparations and security.
- Possible disruption to other visitors of the Capitol Visitor Center.
- Risk of setting a precedent for similar requests from other groups, potentially leading to scheduling conflicts.
- Limited direct impact on broader policy issues or the general welfare of the American people.
- May be perceived by some as an unnecessary use of government resources.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution appears to align with the spirit of the First Amendment, which protects the right of the people peaceably to assemble. While not directly related to speech or religion, the authorization of a cultural celebration within a public space like the Capitol Visitor Center can be seen as an exercise of assembly for cultural expression. The resolution does not violate any specific constitutional provision and falls within the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8, which includes the power to manage its own buildings and properties.
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).