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Federal Building Design Mandate: Adherence to 1962 Architectural Principles.

This law requires all new U.S. federal buildings to adhere to specific architectural guidelines established in 1962. This means the design and style of future government offices and courthouses must meet established aesthetic standards. Citizens will see more consistent and potentially traditional designs in public spaces.
Key points
Mandates the use of the "Guiding Principles for Federal Architecture" (1962 report) for the design of all public buildings.
The General Services Administrator (GSA) must issue detailed regulations and minimum design standards within 180 days.
The public will have the opportunity to comment on the proposed rules regarding the appearance of future federal structures.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_366
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2023-02-09