A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th President of the United States.

Senate Concurrent Resolution

S.Con.Res. 3

119th Congress

A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th President of the United States.

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Introduced:Jan 3, 2025

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This resolution authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for a lying in state ceremony honoring former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away. The ceremony would take place from January 7-9, 2025, allowing the public and officials to pay their respects.

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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Introduced1/3/2025

StatusMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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This resolution authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for a lying in state ceremony honoring former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away. The ceremony would take place from January 7-9, 2025, allowing the public and officials to pay their respects.

Bill Number: 3
Introduced: 1/3/2025
Status: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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Title: A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th President of the United States.
Bill Number: 3
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Introduced: 1/3/2025
Summary: This resolution authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for a lying in state ceremony honoring former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away. The ceremony would take place from January 7-9, 2025, allowing the public and officials to pay their respects.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for a lying in state ceremony honoring former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away. The ceremony would take place from January 7-9, 2025, allowing the public and officials to pay their respects.

Last updated: 3/2/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution permits the remains of James Earl Carter, Jr. (Jimmy Carter), the 39th President, to lie in state in the Capitol rotunda from January 7 through January 9, 2025.
The Architect of the Capitol is directed to make all necessary arrangements for the ceremony under guidance from the Senate Majority Leader and House Speaker.
The historic catafalque (a raised platform for a casket) will be moved from the Capitol Visitor Center to the rotunda for the ceremony.
This is a ceremonial honor recognizing President Carter's service to the nation and the world.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution primarily affects ceremonial operations at the U.S. Capitol and provides an opportunity for members of Congress, government officials, and the public to honor the late President Carter. The lying in state is a rare honor typically reserved for presidents and other distinguished Americans, allowing citizens to pay their final respects during the designated period.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

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federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3, 119th Congress (2025). "A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th President of the United States.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sconres-3

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