Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.

Plain-English Summary

This bill is a simple resolution that gives official permission for two specific events to be held on the U.S. Capitol grounds. The two events are the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. These are annual ceremonies that honor law enforcement officers — particularly those who have died in the line of duty.

Because the Capitol grounds are federal property, any organized event held there requires formal approval from Congress. This resolution serves as that official green light, allowing organizers to use the space for these memorial and ceremonial gatherings. The bill does not involve any government spending or policy changes — it is purely a procedural authorization.

The people most directly affected are law enforcement families, officers, and organizations who participate in or attend these events, as well as the general public who may wish to observe. The National Peace Officers' Memorial Service, held annually in May during National Police Week, is a longstanding tradition that draws officers and families from across the country to Washington, D.C., to remember fallen colleagues. The resolution passed the House by voice vote and has been sent to the Senate for approval.