Bryan Steil: “Every year, the United States joins the world in observing days of remembrance in connection with victims of the…”

“Every year, the United States joins the world in observing days of remembrance in connection with victims of the Holocaust. The United States Holocaust Museum has organized and led the national Days of Remembrance ceremony in the United States Capitol since 1982. This event brings together Holocaust survivors, liberators, Members of Congress, White House officials, and community leaders. As with previous years, the Museum is again requesting access to utilize the House's Emancipation Hall. Today, the House will consider a resolution led by my colleague, Congressman David Kustoff, that authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall for a ceremony on April 20. As part of the Days of Remembrance of victims of the Holocaust, their planned programming in our Halls will be dedicated to the millions of voices, hopes, and dreams that were silenced by Nazi Germany. Their programming will reflect the struggle to retain dignity and humanity in the face of unimaginable terror and violence. It will also highlight their stories of defiance, resistance, resilience, that remind us of what is possible in moments of unfathomable crisis. I hope that today we can unanimously pass this legislation and approve their use of the Emancipation Hall. I commend the continuous efforts of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, and I can think of no better space to honor the lives lost and the battles fought than here in the people's House.…”