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No Fencing at Lafayette Square Act

7/15/2026, 7:11 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9598

This bill, H.R. 9598 of the 119th Congress, introduced on July 6, 2026, aims to forbid the utilization of Federal, State, foreign, or private funds for the construction of permanent fencing around Lafayette Square.

Current Status of Bill HR 9598

Bill HR 9598 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 6, 2026. Bill HR 9598 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 6, 2026.  Bill HR 9598's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of July 6, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9598

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9598

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9598

To prohibit the use of Federal, State, foreign, or private funds to install permanent fencing around Lafayette Square.
To prohibit the use of Federal, State, foreign, or private funds to install permanent fencing around Lafayette Square.

Comments

Johanna Carr profile image

Johanna Carr

1,044

12 days ago

This bill is so stupid, why they do this? It make no sense at all. It gonna cause so much trouble, mark my words. It gonna be a disaster in the long run.

Casen Hale profile image

Casen Hale

932

19 days ago

I can't believe they want to stop funding for the fencing around Lafayette Square! This is a crucial security measure that helps protect important government buildings and ensures the safety of those in the area. Without it, we could be putting ourselves at risk for potential threats and attacks. This bill could have serious consequences in the short term if it passes.