District of ColumbiaD.C. Council honors Vermont Avenue Baptist Church on its 160th anniversary
The D.C. Council honors Vermont Avenue Baptist Church on its 160th anniversary, recognizing its service in the city and abroad.
What it does
The Council honors a church founded in 1866 by seven formerly enslaved people. The resolution recognizes its service in D.C. and abroad and took effect immediately.
Argument forThe public honor may help residents learn about the church’s founding by formerly enslaved people and its community service.
Argument againstHonoring one church through a Council resolution could make some residents worry that government favors a religious institution.
More detail
The D.C. Council recognizes Vermont Avenue Baptist Church for its accomplishments and service. The honor marks the church’s 160th anniversary and recognizes its work in D.C. and abroad. The resolution took effect immediately.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 22Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0196Latest
- Vote recorded Final Reading, CC. Result: pass.Legislature
- Sep 22Final Reading, CCMinor
- Sep 22Retained by the Council
- Sep 17CER26-0201 Introduced by Councilmember Pinto at Office of the SecretaryIntroduced
- Sep 22Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0196Latest
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