To prohibit the use of Federal funds to install permanent fencing around the United States Supreme Court Building or grounds.
Sponsored by Norton, Eleanor Holmes (Democrat-DC) · House · Introduced May 26, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would prohibit the federal government from using taxpayer money to build permanent fencing around the Supreme Court Building or its grounds. The legislation aims to restrict a specific type of security infrastructure at the nation's highest court.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
May 26, 2026
In Committee
May 26, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Norton, Eleanor Holmes
Independent · DC
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