H4509

Memorializing the President and Congress to apologize to the Vatican and the Catholic Church

Introduced·5/6/25
Introduced Text

Memorializes the President and Congress to apologize to the Vatican and Catholic Church for an AI-generated image of the President dressed as Pope.

The bill memorializes the President and Congress to apologize to the Vatican and the Catholic Church for an AI-generated image of the President dressed as Pope Francis. The image appeared on social media during the mourning period for Pope Francis, drawing criticism for its inappropriateness. The resolution urges the President to express sincere contrition and apologize for the depiction and dissemination of the image.

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Current
Invitations and Memorial Resolutions Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 6, 2025

House

Introduced

May 6, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions