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HJRES 63

Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial as the "Arlington House National Historic Site".

119th Congress Introduced by Alma Adams and 143 co-sponsors

HJRES 63: Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial as the "Arlington House National Historic Site" OverviewBill Number: HJRES 63 Title: Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial as

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Bill Summary · HJRES 63

HJRES 63: Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial as the "Arlington House National Historic Site"

Overview

Bill Number: HJRES 63
Title: Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial as the "Arlington House National Historic Site"
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this House joint resolution is to redesignate the existing Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington, Virginia as the "Arlington House National Historic Site". The resolution aims to reframe the memorial's purpose and significance, moving away from its current association with the Confederate general and toward a broader historical and educational focus.

Key Provisions

  • Officially redesignates the Robert E. Lee Memorial as the "Arlington House National Historic Site"
  • Directs the Secretary of the Interior to update all references in law, regulations, documents, signs, and other materials to reflect the new name
  • Requires the National Park Service to develop and implement a plan to interpret the full history and significance of the Arlington House site, including its role in the Civil War and its connections to slavery
  • Authorizes additional funding for preservation, restoration, and educational programming at the newly designated historic site

Affected Parties and Impacts

The primary parties affected by this legislation are:

  • The National Park Service, which will be responsible for managing and interpreting the newly designated Arlington House National Historic Site
  • Visitors to the site, who will experience a shift in the site's framing and educational focus
  • The general public, who may gain a more comprehensive understanding of the site's complex history through the required interpretive programming

The redesignation is intended to provide a more inclusive and historically accurate representation of the site, moving beyond its previous singular focus on Robert E. Lee.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This House joint resolution has been introduced in the 117th Congress and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. If passed by the House and Senate, and signed into law by the President, the redesignation of the memorial would take effect immediately, with the National Park Service required to implement the changes within 1 year.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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