Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of Army Major Jeffrey R. O'Brien, Captain Cody A. Khork, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan, Sergeant First Class Noah L. Tietjens, Sergeant First Class Nicole M. Amor, Sergeant Declan J. Coady, and Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington.

Plain-English Summary

This bill would grant official permission for the remains of seven U.S. Army soldiers to lie in state in the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. The seven service members named in the bill are Major Jeffrey R. O'Brien, Captain Cody A. Khork, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan, Sergeant First Class Noah L. Tietjens, Sergeant First Class Nicole M. Amor, Sergeant Declan J. Coady, and Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington.

Lying in state in the Capitol rotunda is one of the highest honors the United States government can bestow upon an individual. It is a rare and solemn tribute that requires an act of Congress to authorize, and it allows members of the public and government officials to pay their respects before burial. Historically, this honor has been reserved for presidents, prominent government officials, and distinguished military figures.

This bill directly affects the families of the seven soldiers, the military community, and any members of the public who wish to attend and pay their respects. It has been referred to the House Committee on House Administration, which oversees the operations and use of Capitol facilities, for review before any further votes would take place.