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Senate Approves Plaque Honoring Capitol Defenders from January 6

1/9/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Senate passed a resolution to display a plaque honoring officers who defended the Capitol during the January 6, 2021 attack.
Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the resolution to address a 2022-law installation delay.
The plaque will be displayed publicly until a permanent location is decided.
Timeline for permanent placement remains uncertain pending decisions from the Senate Rules Committee.

History

Historical Context

Following the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, Congress passed the Capitol Security Act in July 2022, allocating $2.1 billion to enhance security measures. This legislation aimed to address security failures and support law enforcement. A Senate resolution introduced by Senators Thom Tillis and Jeff Merkley further honors the bravery of officers who defended the Capitol, emphasizing the ongoing commitment to safeguarding democratic institutions.

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Story summary

The Senate passed a resolution to display a plaque honoring officers who defended the Capitol during the January 6, 2021 attack.
Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the resolution to address a 2022-law installation delay.
The plaque will be displayed publicly until a permanent location is decided.
Timeline for permanent placement remains uncertain pending decisions from the Senate Rules Committee.

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