Bill Summary
This resolution authorizes the taking of pictures and filming in the Chamber of the Senate for use by the Capitol Visitor Center. The resolution temporarily suspends a rule that prohibits picture taking in the Senate Chamber, allowing for pictures and filming to occur while the Senate is in session or in recess. This is only allowed for a maximum of 7 days, and the specific dates, locations, and times must be approved by the Committee on Rules and Administration. The images taken and film made can only be used by the Capitol Visitor Center for specific purposes and must be approved by the Committee. The Capitol Visitor Center, in collaboration with other parties, is responsible for ensuring that the picture taking and filming does not disrupt any Senate proceedings.
Possible Impacts
1. People visiting the Capitol Visitor Center may be able to see pictures and video footage of the Senate Chamber, which they were previously not allowed to see, due to the temporary suspension of the rule prohibiting photography.
2. The Committee on Rules and Administration will have control over when and where the pictures and filming can take place, which could affect people who want to take pictures or film at a specific time or location.
3. The resolution limits the use of the images to only be used for specific purposes, such as exhibits and video presentations in the Capitol Visitor Center. This could affect people who may have wanted to use the images for other purposes, such as news reporting or personal use.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 428 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]
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116th CONGRESS
1st Session
S. RES. 428
Authorizing the taking of pictures and filming in the Chamber of the
Senate for use by the Capitol Visitor Center.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
November 18, 2019
Mr. Blunt (for himself and Ms. Klobuchar) submitted the following
resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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RESOLUTION
Authorizing the taking of pictures and filming in the Chamber of the
Senate for use by the Capitol Visitor Center.
Resolved,
SECTION 1. AUTHORIZATION OF TAKING OF PICTURES AND FILMING IN THE
SENATE CHAMBER FOR USE BY THE CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER.
(a) Authorization.--Subject to subsection (b), paragraph 1 of rule
IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the United
States Capitol and Senate Office Buildings (prohibiting the taking of
pictures in the Senate Chamber) is temporarily suspended--
(1) for the purpose of permitting the taking of pictures
and filming while the Senate is in session or in recess; and
(2) for a period not to exceed a total of 7 days, of which
the dates, locations, and times shall be determined by the
Committee on Rules and Administration.
(b) Limitation on Use of Images.--The pictures taken and film made
under subsection (a) may only be used by the Capitol Visitor Center for
exhibits, digital interactive displays, and video presentations in the
Capitol Visitor Center that have been approved by the Committee on
Rules and Administration.
(c) Arrangements.--The Capitol Visitor Center, in collaboration
with the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate and the
Secretary of the Senate, shall make the necessary arrangements to carry
out this resolution, including such arrangements as are necessary to
ensure that the taking of pictures and filming conducted under this
resolution does not disrupt any proceeding of the Senate.
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