# Plain Language Summary: Capitol Rotunda for President Jimmy Carter's Lying in State

This is a simple resolution that gives permission for former President Jimmy Carter's body to lie in state in the Capitol Rotunda. "Lying in state" is a formal ceremony where a deceased president's remains are placed in a significant public location so that members of Congress, government officials, and the public can pay their respects before the funeral service takes place.

The Capitol Rotunda is the large, iconic domed room at the center of the U.S. Capitol building. It's considered one of the most important ceremonial spaces in the country and is typically reserved for this honor only for presidents and occasionally other highly distinguished Americans. By passing this resolution, Congress is officially authorizing that President Carter's remains be placed there during the period of mourning.

This type of resolution doesn't really affect everyday citizens directly—it's mainly a procedural and ceremonial matter that allows the government to conduct an official state funeral with appropriate dignity and tradition. However, it does mean that the Capitol building will likely have restricted access during this time, and there may be road closures or traffic disruptions in the Capitol area as crowds gather to pay respects. If you live in or visit Washington, D.C., you might experience some inconvenience from these temporary changes to normal Capitol operations.

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.

Klobuchar, Amy

<p>This concurrent resolution authorizes the Capitol rotunda to be used for the lying in state of the remains of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States. The lying in state shall take place&nbsp;from January 7, 2025, until January 9, 2025.</p>