Walden offers tickets for pope’s visit to U.S. Capitol
Rep. Greg Walden, R-Ore., announced Wednesday that his office is now accepting requests from residents of Oregon’s Second District for tickets to take part in His Holiness Pope Francis’ address to the U.S. Congress on Sept. 24.
“The visit of Pope Francis to the U.S. Capitol — the first time a pope has ever visited the Capitol and addressed the Congress — will be historic for our nation,” Walden said.
“My office has been allocated a limited number of tickets so that Oregonians may participate in this historic event. If you are resident of the Second District interested in requesting tickets, please visit my website at walden.house.gov/pope to sign up,” Walden said.
Ticketholders will be able to watch the Pope’s address via a live broadcast in a location on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol.
The Pope has expressed an interest in making a brief appearance on the West Front after his remarks.
All of the tickets are standing room only, although there will be a limited seating area for those with disabilities. While a clear line-of-sight cannot be guaranteed for all attending the broadcast, the space provides an opportunity for guests to be part of the visit.
Residents of the Second District looking to request tickets should fill out the form online at walden.house.gov/pope. The deadline for requests is Tuesday, September 8, at 5:00 pm Pacific time. Walden’s office has received a limited allocation of tickets, and those receiving them will be contacted for further details.
Ticket-holders are responsible for their own transportation to and from the Nation’s Capital, lodging and other trip expenses. Tickets may not be sold or given away. Oregonians with questions may call Walden’s office at 202-225-6730.
