S. 2748: Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act

The "Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act" aims to enhance the aesthetic and safety conditions in the District of Columbia through a new program and the establishment of a commission. Below is a summary of the key components of the bill:

Program to Beautify the District of Columbia

The bill mandates the following:

• The Secretary of the Interior will initiate a program to beautify the District of Columbia within 30 days of the bill's enactment.
• This program will be developed with input from various officials, including the Mayor of the District of Columbia and other pertinent federal and local authorities.
• The main goals of the program include:
• Coordinating cleanliness efforts across federal and local facilities, parks, and public spaces.
• Restoring damaged or defaced public monuments and memorials.
• Encouraging private sector participation in beautification efforts.
• The Secretary must report to specific congressional committees on the program's progress within one year of its enactment, then annually thereafter.
• The program is set to expire on January 2, 2029.

District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission

The bill also establishes the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission, which will have the following attributes:

• The Commission will consist of representatives from various federal departments, including Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, and local law enforcement agencies.
• Members must be appointed within 45 days of the bill's enactment.
• The Commission's chair will be designated by the President, and a senior official from the Executive Office will lead it.
• The Commission's functions will include:
• Recommending actions related to immigration law enforcement in the District.
• Monitoring compliance with laws concerning sanctuary status.
• Collaborating with law enforcement to ensure prompt accreditation of crime labs and improve crime-fighting capabilities.
• Assisting with the processing of concealed carry licenses.
• Reviewing policies around pretrial detention for public safety.
• Coordinating law enforcement presence in key public areas.
• The Commission will also expire on January 2, 2029.

Reporting and Oversight

Both the newly established program and the Commission will be required to submit reports to Congress detailing their progress and recommendations for legislation.

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