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Photo Contest 2021

Mar 15, 2021 | Calendar, Not on Home, Photo Contest

In anticipation of the 64th anniversary of the Mothers Day Tour, the Society is holding a photo contest – “The Capitol Hill Home” – entries were due Thursday, April 1, 2021. (more…)

Oral Histories Map

Mar 4, 2021 | House Research Resources, Not on Home

Brian Kraft created the Washington DC Oral History Map through a grant from the DC Oral History Collaborative. (more…)

Lack of Guidelines, 5g Installation – Testimony to DC Council

Feb 27, 2021 | Not on Home, Small Cell Infrastructure

On February 26, 2021, Beth Purcell offered this testimony on behalf of CHRS to the Council of the District of Columbia Committee on Transportation and the Environment.

Response received (05/07/2021)

Removing Security Barrier, US Capitol

Feb 24, 2021 | Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home

On February 23, 2021, the Society released the statement below to members of Congress, including Rep. Eleanor Norton, and others. Subject: Removing intrusive security barrier around the US Capitol (more…)

Urging Temporary Halt, 5G Installations Pending Guidance

Feb 18, 2021 | Not on Home, Small Cell Infrastructure

On February 18, 2021 CHRS sent the following email and attachment to Matthew Marcou at DDOT: (more…)

Pennsylvania Ave SE Streetlights – comments 2019

Jan 12, 2021 | Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home

On April 8, 2019, the Society sent this letter to DDOT regarding plans for streetlights on Pennsylvania Ave. SE.        (more…)

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