H.R. 4956: Commission of Fine Arts District of Columbia Residency Act

This bill is titled the Commission of Fine Arts District of Columbia Residency Act. It aims to amend the existing requirements for the members of the Commission of Fine Arts, which is a federal agency that advises on matters related to the arts and architecture in the nation's capital.

Key Provisions

• The bill proposes that a majority of the members of the Commission of Fine Arts must be residents of the District of Columbia.
• Currently, the members of the Commission can be appointed regardless of where they live, as long as they are appointed by the President of the United States.

Implementation

If enacted, this requirement for residency will take effect one year after the law is signed. This means there would be a transitional period during which the existing members could remain until the new requirements are fully implemented.

Purpose

The intent behind this bill is to ensure that the majority of individuals involved in the decision-making processes regarding arts and architecture in Washington, D.C. are familiar with and have a stake in the local community and its needs.

Potential Impacts

The bill primarily focuses on the composition of the Commission of Fine Arts and does not directly address funding, projects, or federal resources. Its potential ramifications would be seen in the appointment process for the Commission and how this may influence decisions related to artistic and architectural endeavors within the District.

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