Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the Harlem Hellfighters Congressional Gold Medal Act.
- house
- senate
Last progress July 23, 2025 (4 months ago)
Introduced on June 20, 2025 by Thomas Suozzi
Sponsors
House Votes
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H2995)
Senate Votes
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
AI Summary
This measure allows Emancipation Hall at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center to be used for a ceremony that presents Congressional Gold Medals honoring the Harlem Hellfighters, a famed World War I unit. It’s a one-time permission to hold the event in that space and does not change any programs or create new funding. It simply enables the Capitol to host the ceremony that recognizes these soldiers’ service and bravery .
| Key point | What it means |
|---|---|
| Who is affected | Attendees at the Capitol ceremony; Capitol Visitor Center staff; honorees connected to the Harlem Hellfighters |
| What changes | Emancipation Hall can be used for the medal presentation event honoring the Harlem Hellfighters |
| When | Authorized on July 23, 2025, for the ceremony’s use of the hall |
For most people, this won’t change day-to-day life. It’s a formal, public recognition of the Harlem Hellfighters’ legacy, held in a prominent space at the Capitol .