New Resolution Fast-Tracks January 6 Law Enforcement Plaque to Senate Wing Display

This resolution is purely administrative, focusing on the immediate placement of a memorial plaque honoring the law enforcement officers who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Essentially, it tells the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) to stop waiting and put the plaque up now, even if it’s just temporary. The plaque itself was authorized in prior legislation (Section 214 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022), but this resolution handles the logistics of getting it displayed quickly.

The Temporary and Permanent Locations

Think of this as setting up a temporary exhibit before the museum wing is finished. The resolution directs the AOC to prominently display the plaque in a publicly accessible location in the Senate wing of the U.S. Capitol. This is the holding spot. It will stay there until the AOC is ready to move it to its official, permanent home, which the resolution confirms is the western front of the U.S. Capitol building.

Why the Rush?

This isn't about changing policy; it's about speeding up recognition. For the officers and their families, this resolution ensures that the memorial is visible to the public sooner rather than later. It cuts through any potential bureaucratic lag between the plaque's creation and its final installation on the Capitol exterior, which can involve complex construction and planning. By mandating a temporary, accessible indoor location, the resolution provides immediate public visibility while the long-term plans for the exterior placement are finalized. Since this is a simple, clear directive about where to put a piece of authorized art, the risk of implementation issues or negative impact on everyday citizens is essentially zero. It’s a logistics memo, not a policy overhaul.