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.
Summary
This non-binding resolution proposes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a formal ceremony. The event would be held to present Congressional Gold Medals to the Harlem Hellfighters, a famous African American infantry regiment that served with distinction during World War I. Because this is a concurrent resolution, it does not have the force of law and does not require a presidential signature.
If approved, the measure would allow officials to organize the logistics and space necessary within the U.S. Capitol to host veterans' families, legislators, and the public for the presentation. The ceremony aims to provide a high-profile platform to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of the 369th Infantry Regiment, who faced both enemy fire abroad and systemic discrimination at home. For everyday citizens, this act represents a formal effort by Congress to honor military history and ensure the legacy of these soldiers is commemorated in a national landmark.