H.R. 9038: No Fencing at the United States Supreme Court Act

This bill, titled the No Fencing at the United States Supreme Court Act, aims to stop the use of federal funds for the installation of permanent fencing around the United States Supreme Court Building and its grounds. Below are the main points of the bill:

Prohibition of Federal Funds for Fencing

The bill prohibits federal funds from being allocated or used for the installation of permanent fencing around:

• The perimeter of the United States Supreme Court Building.
• The grounds surrounding the Supreme Court, as defined in section 6101(b) of title 40 of the United States Code.

Exceptions for Existing Fencing

While the bill prohibits the installation of new permanent fencing, it clarifies that the existing fencing can still be repaired or replaced. Specifically, any fencing that was already in place on the date the bill is enacted may be maintained or replaced as needed.

Legislative Process

The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Ms. Norton and has been referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for further consideration.

Conclusion

This legislation reflects a stance against the permanent enclosure of the Supreme Court's physical space, focusing on maintaining open access to this key governmental site.

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