DC, Maryland members seek to prevent permanent fencing at Capitol complex
Summary
Two lawmakers from Washington, D.C., and Maryland introduced a bill to stop the building of permanent fences around the U.S. Capitol complex. They want the Capitol area to stay open and easy for people to visit after temporary fencing was put up following the January 6, 2021 attack.Key Facts
- The bill is called the “No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act.”
- It was introduced by Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) and Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.).
- The goal is to prevent permanent fencing around the Capitol complex.
- Temporary fences were installed after the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol.
- The lawmakers believe the Capitol should remain open and accessible to the public.
- The Capitol complex includes the buildings and grounds where Congress meets.
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