Democracy in Design Act

Hozzl · 2022-12-31T08:59:27Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5291 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.

12/31/2022, 8:59 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5291

The Democracy in Design Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 5291, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote diversity and inclusion in the field of design by establishing a grant program to support underrepresented communities in pursuing careers in design.

The bill proposes the creation of a Design Equity Fund, which would provide grants to organizations that work to increase diversity in the design industry. These grants would be used to support initiatives such as mentorship programs, scholarships, and outreach efforts to encourage individuals from marginalized communities to pursue careers in design.

Additionally, the Democracy in Design Act aims to increase representation of underrepresented groups in design education and professional organizations. The bill calls for the establishment of a task force to study and make recommendations on how to improve diversity and inclusion in the design field. Overall, the Democracy in Design Act seeks to address the lack of diversity in the design industry and create opportunities for individuals from underrepresented communities to succeed in this field. By providing support and resources to promote diversity and inclusion, this bill aims to create a more equitable and representative design industry.

Congressional Summary of HR 5291

Democracy in Design Act

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure that the construction and acquisition 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 such regulations as necessary to implement the amendment made by this bill and to establish minimum standards for the construction and acquisition of public buildings in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5291

Bill HR 5291 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 17, 2021. Bill HR 5291 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 17, 2021. Bill HR 5291's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of September 20, 2021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5291

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Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Architecture

- Building construction

- General Services Administration

- Government buildings, facilities, and property

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5291

To direct the Administrator of General Services to ensure that the construction and acquisition of public buildings in the United States adheres to the guiding principles for Federal architecture, and for other purposes.

Democracy in Design Act