A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I.

S.Con.Res. 29 is a non-binding concurrent resolution that would permit the use of Emancipation Hall, located in the Capitol Visitor Center, to host an event celebrating the birthday of King Kamehameha I. The resolution was introduced by Senator Mazie K. Hirono of Hawaii on March 23, 2026, and has already passed the Senate. It is now under consideration in the House of Representatives.

Emancipation Hall is a public space within the Capitol Visitor Center that can be reserved for various events and ceremonies. This resolution would specifically authorize its use for this commemorative event honoring the Hawaiian monarch. As a concurrent resolution, this measure is non-binding, meaning it does not carry the force of law but rather expresses the intent of Congress.

For everyday citizens, this resolution would have minimal practical impact. It simply grants permission to use a Capitol building space for a specific cultural celebration event. The resolution does not appropriate funds, create new regulations, or affect public policy in any substantive way. Once enacted, it would allow the event organizers to proceed with their planned celebration in this official Capitol venue.