District of ColumbiaD.C. Council recognizes St. Paul American Methodist Episcopal Church
The Council approved a 170th anniversary tribute that recognizes St. Paul American Methodist Episcopal Church, though its title names St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church.
What it does
The Council recognized St. Paul American Methodist Episcopal Church in a resolution marking a 170th anniversary. Its title names St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Argument forThe anniversary tribute could help residents learn about the St. Paul congregation described in the resolution and its community work.
Argument againstUsing African in the title and American in the recognition clause could leave residents unsure which church the Council honored.
More detail
The D.C. Council recognized St. Paul American Methodist Episcopal Church. The recognition clause names St. Paul American Methodist Episcopal Church. The title names St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church. The resolution says it takes 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 ACR26-0197Latest
- Vote recorded Final Reading, CC. Result: pass.Legislature
- Sep 22Final Reading, CCMinor
- Sep 22Retained by the Council
- Sep 17CER26-0202 Introduced by Councilmember Bonds at Office of the SecretaryIntroduced
- Sep 22Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0197Latest