S 1943 United States Senate · 118th Congress

Beautifying Federal Civic Architecture Act of 2023

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to prioritize classical or traditional architectural styles for new or renovated federal buildings costing over $50 million, including courthouses, agency headquarters, and District of Columbia buildings. It defines "preferred architecture" as classical styles (like Neoclassical or Georgian) that "uplift public spaces" and "command respect," while limiting approvals of modern styles like Brutalism or Deconstructivism. The GSA must notify Congress and justify any deviation from preferred designs, including cost comparisons and public input, and submit annual reports on building styles. The bill creates a 5-year advisory council to recommend design policy updates and ensure compliance with these standards.
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Introduced Jun 13, 2023 Last action Jun 13, 2023
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Jun 13, 2023
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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