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Honoring WWII Hero in Capitol Rotunda

This resolution allows the remains of Hershel Woodrow “Woody” Williams, the last living Medal of Honor recipient from World War II, to lie in honor in the Capitol rotunda. This is a way to pay tribute to his service and all World War II veterans.
Key points
Allows public to pay respects to a war hero in a significant public space.
Shows respect for the World War II generation and their sacrifices.
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Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SCONRES_42
Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]
Process start date: 2022-07-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol on Thursday, July 14, 2022, for the lying in honor of the remains of Hershel Woodrow "Woody" Williams, the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient for acts performed during World War II.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SCONRES_42.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows public to pay respects to a war hero in a significant public space.
  • Shows respect for the World War II generation and their sacrifices.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H6025)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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