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No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act
12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Summary of Bill S 3056
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.
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.
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Current Status of Bill S 3056
Bill S 3056 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 17, 2023. Bill S 3056 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 17, 2023. Bill S 3056's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of October 17, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3056
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3056
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3056
No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act
No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act
A 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.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3056
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