No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Bill 118 s 3056, also known as the No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the construction of permanent fencing around the United States Capitol Complex.

The bill aims to address the security measures put in place following the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol. Many lawmakers and members of the public have expressed concerns about the visual impact of the fencing and the message it sends about the accessibility of the Capitol to the American people.

If passed, the No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act would require the removal of the existing fencing and prohibit any future construction of permanent fencing around the Capitol Complex. The bill also calls for a review of security measures and the development of alternative security solutions that do not involve permanent fencing. Supporters of the bill argue that the Capitol Complex should be open and accessible to the public, while still maintaining necessary security measures. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential risks of removing the fencing and the need for enhanced security measures in light of recent events. Overall, the No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act is a response to the ongoing debate about security and accessibility at the Capitol, and seeks to find a balance between these two important considerations.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3056

Introduced on
2023-10-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/17/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Bill 118 s 3056, also known as the No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the construction of permanent fencing around the United States Capitol Complex.

The bill aims to address the security measures put in place following the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol. Many lawmakers and members of the public have expressed concerns about the visual impact of the fencing and the message it sends about the accessibility of the Capitol to the American people.

If passed, the No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act would require the removal of the existing fencing and prohibit any future construction of permanent fencing around the Capitol Complex. The bill also calls for a review of security measures and the development of alternative security solutions that do not involve permanent fencing. Supporters of the bill argue that the Capitol Complex should be open and accessible to the public, while still maintaining necessary security measures. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential risks of removing the fencing and the need for enhanced security measures in light of recent events. Overall, the No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act is a response to the ongoing debate about security and accessibility at the Capitol, and seeks to find a balance between these two important considerations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to install new permanent fencing around the United States Capitol, any of the Capitol Buildings, or any portion of the Capitol Grounds.

Policy Areas
Congress

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Latest Action10/17/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.