Young Oak Kim: “House Concurrent Resolution 265 authorizes the use of the East Front of the Capitol for performances of the Millennium…”

“House Concurrent Resolution 265 authorizes the use of the East Front of the Capitol for performances of the Millennium Stage of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The performances are to take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays when Congress is in session, beginning on May 12 and running through September 30, 1998. The performances will be open to the public free of charge, and the sponsors of the event, the Kennedy Center and the National Park Service, will assume responsibility for all liabilities associated with the event. The Architect of the Capitol will be responsible for some of the expenses associated with the event. The resolution expressly prohibits sales, displays, and solicitation in connection with the event. This is a unique event for use of Capitol grounds, as it will take place over a period of time with the Architect's assistance. However, these arrangements are warranted due to the unique mission of the Kennedy Center to provide leadership in the national performing arts education policy and programs and to conduct education and community outreach. By permitting these performances on the East Front, the Congress is assisting the Kennedy Center, a Federal entity, in fulfilling this mission.”