Bills/H.R. 7168

Seton Hall Fire Victims Remembrance Act of 2026

Seton Hall Fire Victims Remembrance Act of 2026

In CommitteeEducationHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
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Plain Language Summary

# Seton Hall Fire Victims Remembrance Act of 2026 Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill, introduced by Representative Thomas Kean (R-NJ), is a commemorative measure designed to honor and remember victims of a fire at Seton Hall University. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills of this type typically authorize memorial activities, designate commemorative days, or establish tributes to acknowledge a tragedy and its victims. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the Seton Hall University community, including the families of fire victims, survivors, and the broader New Jersey community. Commemorative bills like this one generally have symbolic rather than direct practical effects on daily life, though they serve important functions in public remembrance. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 7168 remains in committee and has not been brought to a full vote in the House.

The bill is in the early stages of the legislative process. For the most current information about any amendments or movement on this bill, the official Congress.gov website would have the latest updates.

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Latest Action

January 21, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Sponsor

1 cosponsor

Key Dates

Introduced
January 21, 2026
Last Updated
January 21, 2026
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