What does Preamble of Arlington National Cemetery Viewshed Protection Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To restrict the establishment of triumphal arches within certain areas of the District of Columbia and the capital region, and for other purposes,' aims to restrict the establishment of triumphal arches in specific areas. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 29, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Arlington National Cemetery Viewshed Protection Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Arlington National Cemetery Viewshed Protection Act.

What does RESTRICTION ON TRIUMPHAL ARCHES IN THE CAPITAL REGION. of Arlington National Cemetery Viewshed Protection Act do?

This section restricts the establishment or construction of triumphal arches within Lady Bird Johnson Park, regardless of funding source. Federal funds are prohibited from being used for the establishment or construction of a triumphal arch in Lady Bird Johnson Park. Triumphal arches exceeding 50 feet in height are prohibited on land administered by the National Capital Region Office of the National Park Service unless explicitly authorized by Congress. Lady Bird Johnson Park is defined as the park formerly known as Columbia Island in the District of Columbia. A 'triumphal arch' is defined as a monumental structure consisting of at least one freestanding archway, or a substantially similar structure.

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Arlington National Cemetery Viewshed Protection Act

Last updated: 5/29/2026 · Introduced: 5/29/2026

Author: Donald Beyer (D-VA)

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The bill prohibits the construction of triumphal arches in Lady Bird Johnson Park, regardless of funding.
Federal funds cannot be used to build triumphal arches in Lady Bird Johnson Park.
Triumphal arches taller than 50 feet are restricted on National Park Service land within the National Capital Region unless specifically approved by Congress.

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