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Restoring Original Inscription on Women's Suffrage Monument in Capitol

This resolution aims to restore the original inscription on the Portrait Monument in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, which commemorates women's suffrage. This means a significant piece of women's rights history, removed in 1921, will be re-displayed, potentially increasing public awareness of this historic achievement.
Key points
The Portrait Monument, honoring suffragists, will have its original inscription restored, after being removed over 100 years ago.
A special ceremony will be held in the Capitol Rotunda to unveil the revised monument, open to the public.
This change highlights the importance of women's rights history and their contribution to U.S. democracy.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HCONRES_72
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2022-02-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Directing the Joint Committee on the Library to revise the statue commemorating women's suffrage which is located in the rotunda of the United States Capitol, commonly known as the "Portrait Monument", by placing on the statue an inscription which is based on the original inscription which was on the statue when the statue was delivered to the United States Capitol in 1921, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HCONRES_72.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Portrait Monument, honoring suffragists, will have its original inscription restored, after being removed over 100 years ago.
  • A special ceremony will be held in the Capitol Rotunda to unveil the revised monument, open to the public.
  • This change highlights the importance of women's rights history and their contribution to U.S. democracy.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

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