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Call to Rename U.S. Senate Office Building

The House of Representatives calls on the Senate to remove Richard B. Russell's name from the Senate Office Building. This is due to his historical actions and views opposing civil rights and supporting racial segregation. The change aims to reflect values of equality and condemn white supremacy.
Key points
The resolution seeks to remove Richard B. Russell's name from the Senate building due to his opposition to civil rights and support for racial segregation.
The House of Representatives condemns white supremacy and urges a return to the building's original name until a suitable honoree is found.
This change holds symbolic importance, emphasizing values of equality and rejecting historical discriminatory stances.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_920
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Process start date: 2022-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Calling on the Senate to remove the name of Richard B. Russell from the Russell Senate Office Building.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_920.

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 2022-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution seeks to remove Richard B. Russell's name from the Senate building due to his opposition to civil rights and support for racial segregation.
  • The House of Representatives condemns white supremacy and urges a return to the building's original name until a suitable honoree is found.
  • This change holds symbolic importance, emphasizing values of equality and rejecting historical discriminatory stances.
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. Green, Al [D-TX-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

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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