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Recommendation to Remove Capitol Fence and End National Guard Mission

The House of Representatives expresses its opinion that the fence installed around the Capitol after the events of January 6, 2021, should be removed. It also recommends ending the National Guard mission in Washington, D.C., related to those events. This is the House's position, not a binding change in law.
Key points
The House of Representatives recommends removing the fence around the Capitol.
The House of Representatives recommends ending the National Guard mission in Washington, D.C., related to the January 6, 2021 events.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_256
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the fencing installed around the perimeter of the United States Capitol should be removed and the mission of the National Guard in the District of Columbia in response to the attacks on the Capitol on January 6, 2021, should be ended.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_256.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House of Representatives recommends removing the fence around the Capitol.
  • The House of Representatives recommends ending the National Guard mission in Washington, D.C., related to the January 6, 2021 events.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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