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Reopening Capitol to Public: Restoring Citizen Access

This resolution calls for the reopening of the House wing of the U.S. Capitol and House Office Buildings to the public. It aims to restore full public access to a symbol of democracy and enable direct citizen engagement with their government, which has been restricted since March 2020.
Key points
Expeditious reopening of the House wing of the Capitol and House Office Buildings to the public.
Removal of all restrictions to public access, such as visitor logs.
Ensuring the buildings remain open and safe for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_961
Sponsor: Rep. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1]
Process start date: 2022-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the House wing of the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings be open and accessible to the public.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_961.

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 2022-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expeditious reopening of the House wing of the Capitol and House Office Buildings to the public.
  • Removal of all restrictions to public access, such as visitor logs.
  • Ensuring the buildings remain open and safe for citizens.
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. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

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

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