Bills · HR 7915
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7915Congress
Clarence Mitchell, Jr. Statue Act
INTRO MAR 12· LAST ACTION MAR 12
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3MIN
COSPONSORS
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to permanently honor Clarence Mitchell, Jr., often called the "101st Senator," in one of the nation's most symbolic buildings. By placing his statue in the U.S. Capitol, the bill acknowledges his critical role in shaping civil rights legislation, which profoundly impacted the lives of millions of Americans.
If this bill becomes law, it ensures that a key architect of landmark civil rights laws is recognized alongside other historical figures, reinforcing the importance of his fight for social justice. If it doesn't become law, this specific initiative to honor him in the Capitol would not proceed, potentially delaying or preventing this particular form of national recognition.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr.
This ensures that specific action is taken by a designated body to commission or acquire the statue.
PROVISION 02
Requires the committee to enter into an agreement to obtain the statue within two years of the bill becoming law.
This sets a clear timeframe for the acquisition process, ensuring timely progress.
PROVISION 03
Mandates the placement of the statue in a permanent public location within the United States Capitol.
This guarantees the statue will be prominently displayed in a national symbol of democracy and governance.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes the appropriation of 'such sums as may be necessary' to carry out the act.
This provides the financial means to fund the statue's acquisition and placement.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 14
D· Maryland
YRS IN OFFICE
39
BILLS LED
16
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 14 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 12
Introduced in House
MAR 12
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7915
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 12, 2026
Last actionMar 12, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMITTEE ON HOUSE ADMINISTRATION · INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026
House BillHR 7915Congress
Clarence Mitchell, Jr. Statue Act
INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 12, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
14
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
