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Resolution designating the House Press Gallery (Rooms H-315, H-316, H-317, H-318, and H-319 in the United States Capitol) as the 'Frederick Douglass Press Gallery’
6/21/2025, 6:26 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 137
Bill 119 HRES 137, also known as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery" bill, designates specific rooms in the United States Capitol as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery." The rooms designated are H-315, H-316, H-317, H-318, and H-319, which are currently part of the House Press Gallery.
The bill aims to honor the legacy of Frederick Douglass, a prominent African American abolitionist, writer, and statesman who fought for civil rights and equality. By naming these rooms after him, the bill seeks to recognize Douglass's contributions to American history and his advocacy for freedom and justice.
The designation of the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery" serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate diversity and inclusivity in the press and media industry. It also highlights the importance of recognizing and honoring the achievements of individuals who have made significant contributions to society. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 137 is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to Frederick Douglass and his enduring legacy by naming the House Press Gallery rooms in his honor.
The bill aims to honor the legacy of Frederick Douglass, a prominent African American abolitionist, writer, and statesman who fought for civil rights and equality. By naming these rooms after him, the bill seeks to recognize Douglass's contributions to American history and his advocacy for freedom and justice.
The designation of the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery" serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate diversity and inclusivity in the press and media industry. It also highlights the importance of recognizing and honoring the achievements of individuals who have made significant contributions to society. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 137 is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to Frederick Douglass and his enduring legacy by naming the House Press Gallery rooms in his honor.
Congressional Summary of HRES 137
This resolution designates the House of Representatives Press Gallery (rooms H-315, H-316, H-317, H-318, and H-319) as the Frederick Douglass Press Gallery.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 137
Bill HRES 137 is currently in the status of Passed in House since June 9, 2025. Bill HRES 137 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2025. Bill HRES 137's most recent activity was The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. as of June 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 137
Total Number of Sponsors
13Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
13Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
9Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
5Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 137
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 137
Designating the House Press Gallery, Rooms H-315, H-316, H-317, H-318, and H-319 in the United States Capitol, as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery".
Designating the House Press Gallery, Rooms H-315, H-316, H-317, H-318, and H-319 in the United States Capitol, as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 137
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