12/07/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/07/2023 18:08
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Deb Fischer (R-NE), Chairwoman and Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration with oversight over the Architect of the Capitol, released the following statement on the advancement of the Architect of the Capitol Appointment Act in the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Klobuchar and Fischer introduced the bipartisan, bicameral legislation earlier this year to strengthen congressional oversight of the Architect of the Capitol by empowering a congressional commission to appoint and remove the Architect by a bipartisan, majority vote.
"The Architect of the Capitol oversees one of our country's most cherished landmarks and the congressional workplaces housed within it," said Klobuchar. "Given the far-reaching scope of the role, it's essential for Congress to have the authority to appoint and remove the Architect through a bipartisan, majority vote. This legislation will strengthen congressional oversight of the office of the Architect of the Capitol and ensure it is accountable to Congress."
"The Architect of the Capitol manages the grounds and buildings Congress occupies, and yet Congress lacks the tools to hold the Architect of the Capitol accountable. Our bill will bring much needed accountability to AOC, boost transparency, and improve service for Americans visiting the Capitol," said Fischer.
Klobuchar and Fischer introduced the Architect of the Capitol Appointment Act with U.S. Representatives Bryan Steil (R-WI) and Joe Morelle (D-NY), Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on House Administration, the House committee with oversight over the Architect of the Capitol.
The Architect of the Capitol Appointment Act:
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