S.Con.Res. 3 — 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.

S.Con.Res. 3 — 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. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this resolution is to honor the late James Earl Carter, Jr., who served as the 39th President of the United States. It recognizes his significant contributions to the nation and the world by allowing his remains to lie in state in the Capitol rotunda. The key provisions include the arrangement for James Earl Carter's remains to lie in state from January 7 to January 9, 2025. The resolution designates the Architect of the Capitol, under the guidance of the Senate Majority Leader and the Speaker of the House, to oversee the necessary preparations for this event.