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This measure lets the National Fraternal Order of Police hold two public events on the U.S. Capitol grounds in May 2025: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service on May 15 and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition on May 14. Leaders of the House and Senate may pick different dates if needed. These events honor fallen officers and are open to the public, which may bring visitors, traffic changes, and ceremonies near the Capitol on those days . The authorization is specifically for using the Capitol Grounds for these events .
| Key point | Details |
|---|---|
| Who is affected | Visitors to the Capitol area; law enforcement families and supporters; local commuters near the Capitol |
| What changes | Permission to use the Capitol Grounds for two public memorial events, which may draw crowds and ceremonies |
| When | Exhibition on May 14, 2025, and Memorial Service on May 15, 2025; alternative dates may be set if needed |
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1429)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Introduced February 6, 2025 by Scott Perry · Last progress April 30, 2025
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2710: 1)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Received in the Senate.