# Plain Language Summary: S. Con. Res. 23

This is a ceremonial resolution that allows the U.S. Capitol building to be used for a specific purpose: to hold the lying in state ceremony for former Senator Robert Joseph Dole of Kansas. "Lying in state" is a formal honor given to prominent government officials after they pass away, where their remains are placed in the Capitol Rotunda so members of Congress and the public can pay their respects.

The resolution itself doesn't create any new laws or change any policies that affect everyday people. It's essentially Congress giving permission to use the Capitol building's rotunda for this memorial ceremony. This is a routine procedural step that Congress takes whenever a former senator or other high-ranking official passes away and their family or colleagues want to hold this type of formal tribute in the Capitol.

In practical terms, if this resolution passes, it means the Capitol building will be closed to regular tours and visitors during the period when Senator Dole's remains are lying in state. Congressional staff and members will have limited access to certain areas of the building during this time. For most Americans, the only impact would be if they had planned a Capitol tour during those specific dates—they would need to reschedule their visit.

This type of resolution is a way for Congress to honor the service and memory of former members. It's a ceremonial gesture rather than legislation that creates any substantive changes to government or affects people's rights, benefits, or daily lives.

A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the Honorable Robert Joseph Dole, a Senator from the State of Kansas.

Klobuchar, Amy

 <p>This concurrent resolution authorizes the use of the Capitol rotunda on December 9, 2021, for the lying in state of the remains of the Honorable Robert Dole, late a Senator from Kansas.</p>