Commission of Fine Arts District of Columbia Home Rule Act

This bill would limit the federal Commission of Fine Arts so it can only review and advise on art, statues, fountains, monuments, and similar projects in Washington, DC that are on federal property. It would no longer have a say over projects on District-owned or private property. The bill also makes clear that its authority does not cover the U.S. Capitol or Library of Congress buildings, among others.

Key points:

• Who is affected: DC residents, property owners, local government, and federal agencies in DC.
• What changes: The Commission’s review power is limited to federal property; it would not apply to DC-owned or private projects, nor to the Capitol or Library of Congress buildings.
• Day-to-day impact: DC and private builders would face fewer federal design reviews for non-federal sites, potentially speeding up local projects and decisions.