H.Res. 1622

Supports preserving statues of Christopher Columbus

Says the House backs keeping statues and monuments of Christopher Columbus and condemns efforts to remove one in Syracuse, New York.

  • Supports preserving monuments honoring Christopher Columbus now and in the future
  • Condemns efforts to remove the Columbus Monument in Syracuse, New York
  • Notes the monument was paid for by Italian immigrant families and dedicated in 1934
  • Links the support to the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence in 2026

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