HJRES 63
Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial as the "Arlington House National Historic Site".
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Bill overview
This joint resolution changes the name of the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery to the Arlington House National Historic Site. It officially recognizes the site’s historical significance beyond just a memorial to Robert E. Lee. The resolution also updates all references to the site to reflect this new name and removes the previous resolutions that established the memorial.
Key provisions
- The Robert E. Lee Memorial will be renamed the Arlington House National Historic Site.
- All references to the memorial will be updated to the new name.
- The joint resolutions from 1955 and 1972 establishing the memorial are repealed.
Who is affected
- National Park Service
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Visitors to Arlington National Cemetery
- Historians
- Federal Government
Notable changes
- The site's designation shifts from a memorial to a historic site, reflecting a broader historical understanding.
- The previous resolutions establishing the memorial are eliminated.
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Primary sponsor
Donald S. Beyer
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. J. RES. 63
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JOINT RESOLUTION
Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial as the Arlington House National Historic Site
.
That—
Arlington House National Historic Site;