Us Congress Senate Bill SCR4

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/16/23
• Refer: 2/16/23

Caption

A concurrent resolution establishing deadlines for the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to approve or deny the statue of the Reverend William Franklin "Billy" Graham, Jr., for placement in the National Statuary Hall.

Impact

If enacted, SCR4 will streamline the process of approving monumental tributes to significant historical figures, reflecting the desire to honor notable individuals like Billy Graham in a timely manner. This entails a more structured approach in how memorials are considered and approved within Congress, potentially setting a precedent for future commemorations. The bill emphasizes the importance of facilitating quick legislative actions to recognize contributions of influential people in American history.

Summary

SCR4 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the United States Senate that establishes a timeline for the approval of a statue of Reverend William Franklin "Billy" Graham, Jr. The resolution mandates that the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library must approve or deny the statue's design and placement within the National Statuary Hall within specific timeframes. This is to ensure that once the State of North Carolina submits the necessary documentation regarding the statue's design, the committee will have 30 days to make a decision on the proposed statue model and its final version.

Contention

There may be potential points of contention regarding the completion and design of the statue itself, as stakeholders from North Carolina and various religious communities may have differing views on how Graham's legacy should be represented. While there is generally a consensus on honoring Graham as a prominent figure in American evangelism, discussions around the appropriateness of the statue's design and inscription could arise. Critics might also question the resources allocated for such a project, particularly in times of budget constraints and national priorities.