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Honoring President Carter: Lying in State at the Capitol

This resolution allows the remains of the late President James Earl Carter Jr. to lie in state in the Capitol rotunda. Citizens will have the opportunity to pay their respects to the former president from January 7-9, 2025. This is a symbolic national event, highlighting his contributions to the country's history.
Key points
President Carter's remains will lie in state in the Capitol rotunda from January 7 to January 9, 2025.
A special catafalque from the Capitol Visitor Center will be used.
This allows the public to pay their respects to the former president.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SCONRES_3
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th President of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SCONRES_3.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • President Carter's remains will lie in state in the Capitol rotunda from January 7 to January 9, 2025.
  • A special catafalque from the Capitol Visitor Center will be used.
  • This allows the public to pay their respects to the former president.
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. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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