NSSE Event Notice:
Counting and Certification of the 2024 Presidential Election and State Funeral of Former President Jimmy Carter
Monday, January 6 - Thursday, January 9, 2025
On Monday, January 6, 2025 the counting and certification of the 2024 Presidential Election will occur during a Joint Session of Congress. From Tuesday, January 7, 2025, through Thursday, January 9, 2025, the State Funeral of former President Jimmy Carter will take place in the District of Columbia. Numerous law enforcement agencies, including the Metropolitan Police Department, the United States Secret Service, the United States Capitol Police and others will provide security for the event to ensure the safety of visiting dignitaries, attendees, and members of the public.
Road Closures, Parking Restrictions and Transit Impacts
Monday, January 6:
- Closures and restrictions around the United States Capitol Complex.
Tuesday, January 7:
- Closures and restrictions around the United States Naval Memorial, National Mall and United States Capitol Complex.
- Rolling road closures for dignitary movements and motorcades.
Wednesday, January 8:
- Closures and restrictions around the United States Capitol Complex.
Thursday, January 9:
- Widespread closures across Northwest for State Funeral at the Washington National Cathedral.
- Rolling road closures for dignitary movements and motorcades.
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Prohibited Items for State Funeral of Former President Jimmy Carter
- Aerosols
- Ammunition
- Animals other than service/guide animals
- Backpacks and bags exceeding size restrictions (18” by 13” by 7”)
- Balloons
- Bicycles
- Coolers
- Drones and other unmanned aircraft systems
- Explosives
- Firearms
- Flammable liquids
- Glass, thermal, or metal containers
- Laser pointers
- Mace / Pepper spray
- Packages
- Range Finders
- Recreational motorized mobility devices
- Selfie Sticks
- Signs exceeding the size restrictions (20’ x 3’ x 1/4”)
- Structures
- Supports for signs and placards
- Toy guns
- Weapons of any kind
- Any other items determined to be potential safety hazards
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What is a National Special Security Event?
A National Special Security Event (NSSE) is an event of national or international significance deemed by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to be a potential target for terrorism or other criminal activity. These events may include summits of world leaders, meetings of international organizations, presidential nominating conventions, and presidential inaugurations. As the nation's capital, Washington, DC is frequently the setting for NSSE-designated events. This page will provide information on specific events as they are planned and executed. Learn more about the NSSE designation and preventing terrorism.
