H.R.3127: To direct the Architect of the Capitol to acquire a statue of "The Unknown Slave" for permanent display in Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center, and for other purposes.

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Bill Summary

Requires the Architect of the Capitol to: (1) solicit bids and enter into an agreement for the creation of a statue of "The Unknown Slave"; and (2) acquire and permanently display it in Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center.

(Source: Library of Congress)

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Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
July 8, 2009

Introduced in the House by Gary L. Ackerman (D-N.Y.)

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