Congress·In Committee·H.R. 1584

Federal Building Design Rules Based on 1962 Architecture Principles

Democracy in Design Act

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No legislative action in over 90 days.

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Congress would require the General Services Administration to design federal public buildings using a set of guiding principles written in 1962.
The agency would have to write new design rules within 180 days after the bill becomes law, including minimum design standards for federal buildings.
This could affect how future federal buildings look and function, like courthouses, office buildings, and other federally owned public spaces.
The rule-writing process must include public notice and a chance for people to comment before the rules are finalized.

Infrastructure

3 milestones3 actions

Feb 25, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Feb 25, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Feb 25, 2025

Introduced in House

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Democracy in Design Act

Bill NumberHR 1584

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

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