Democracy in Design Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 964 Democracy in Design Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/14/2024, 4:05 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 964

Democracy in Design Act

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure that the design of federal public buildings (e.g., agency office buildings) adheres to the principles of the report titled Guiding Principles for Federal Architecture.

The report was published by the Ad Hoc Committee on Federal Office Space on June 1, 1962, and serves as the policy directive for the GSA's Design Excellence Program within its Public Buildings Service. Among other principles, the report prescribes against the development of an official architectural style for government buildings and encourages the government to avoid excessive uniformity in building design.

The GSA must issue regulations to implement the amendment made by this bill and to establish minimum standards for the design of public buildings.

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Current Status of Bill HR 964

Bill HR 964 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill HR 964 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2023. Bill HR 964's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of February 10, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 964

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Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

Administrative law and regulatory proceduresArchitectureGeneral Services AdministrationGovernment buildings, facilities, and property

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 964

Democracy in Design ActDemocracy in Design ActTo direct the Administrator of General Services to ensure that the design of public buildings in the United States adheres to the guiding principles for Federal architecture, and for other purposes.

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