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D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act
2/4/2025, 4:54 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4984
The bill outlines several key objectives, including the development of affordable housing, commercial space, and recreational facilities. It also calls for the preservation of green space and the enhancement of transportation infrastructure in the area. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of community engagement and input in the revitalization process.
If passed, the D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act would provide funding and resources to support the implementation of the redevelopment plan. The goal of the bill is to transform the stadium campus into a thriving and inclusive neighborhood that benefits both residents and visitors to the nation's capital. Overall, the bill seeks to revitalize the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium campus in a way that promotes economic growth, enhances quality of life, and preserves the legacy of Robert F. Kennedy.
Congressional Summary of HR 4984
D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act
This bill transfers the administration of the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus from the National Park Service to the General Services Administration (GSA), for lease to the District of Columbia.
The District, after the transfer and leasing it from the GSA, may use the campus for the following purposes:
- stadium purposes;
- commercial and residential development;
- facilities, open space, and public outdoor opportunities; and
- other public purposes for which the campus was used or approved for use prior to June 1, 1985.
The lease must include specified requirements for the District, including that the District must (1) ensure that development does not adversely impact National Park Service lands, and (2) designate at least 30% of the campus as parks and open space.
The GSA must conduct a survey of the campus and submit it to Congress.
The bill (1) provides for the use of the property after termination of the lease, and (2) prohibits interested parties from benefitting from development.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4984
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4984
Total Number of Sponsors
18Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
18Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
84Democrat Cosponsors
40Republican Cosponsors
44Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4984
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Comments
Harlem Moss
11 months ago
I dunno much about this bill but it sounds like it could be good for the community. I think it's important to revitalize old spaces like this for future generations. #HRBill4984 #RevitalizationAct #CommunityImprovement
Jason Chambers
1 year ago
This bill is bad for us, it will hurt our community in the long run.
Thomas Bowling
11 months ago
This bill is a joke. It's gonna mess everything up for us. Who even comes up with this stuff? #ridiculous #notfair #affectedbythis
Natalie Mayo
1 year ago
I'm really sad about this. It's going to be a big change for us.
Chandler Jackson
11 months ago
I don't know much about this bill, but it sounds like a waste of time and money. Why do they always have to mess with things that are fine as they are? #confused
