Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the Congressional National Prayer Breakfast.

House Concurrent Resolution

H.Con.Res. 63

119th Congress

Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the Congressional National Prayer Breakfast.

In Committee

Introduced:Nov 28, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Ben Cline

R - VA

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Congress

Summary

This concurrent resolution authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on February 5, 2026 for the Congressional National Prayer Breakfast, including the service of food and beverages. Physical preparations will be carried out according to conditions set by the Architect of the Capitol.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This concurrent resolution authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on February 5, 2026 for the Congressional National Prayer Breakfast, including the service of food and beverages. Physical preparations will be carried out according to conditions set by the Architect of the Capitol.

Last updated: 12/27/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Authorizes Capitol Rotunda use for National Prayer Breakfast on Feb 5, 2026
Permits food and beverage service at the event
Physical preparations under Architect of the Capitol guidelines
Bipartisan sponsors: Cline (R-VA) and Jackson (D-IL)
Continues tradition of congressional prayer breakfast events
Requires concurrence of both House and Senate

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Enables the annual Congressional National Prayer Breakfast tradition to continue in the historic Capitol Rotunda. Affects Members of Congress, invited guests, and Capitol staff involved in event logistics. The Architect of the Capitol will coordinate physical preparations to protect the historic space while accommodating the gathering.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Congress

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

63, 119th Congress (2025). "Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the Congressional National Prayer Breakfast.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hconres-63