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Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-5103| House 
| Updated: 3/26/2026
John J. McGuire

John J. McGuire

Republican Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (4)
Clay Higgins (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Ken Calvert (Republican)Michael Guest (Republican)

Federal Lands Subcommittee, Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The "Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act" establishes a program, led by the Secretary of the Interior, to enhance the cleanliness and appearance of the District of Columbia. This program aims to coordinate efforts among federal and local officials to maintain public spaces, facilities, monuments, and transit systems, including the removal of graffiti. A key objective is also to restore damaged or defaced federal public monuments and encourage private-sector involvement in these beautification initiatives. Additionally, the bill creates the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission , composed of representatives from various federal agencies, to address public safety and law enforcement concerns. Chaired by a senior official from the Executive Office of the President, the Commission is tasked with recommending actions on several critical areas, including maximizing the enforcement of federal immigration law and monitoring D.C.'s "sanctuary-city" status. It will also facilitate the accreditation of the District's forensic crime laboratory. The Commission's functions further extend to assisting the Metropolitan Police Department with recruitment and retention , providing federal resources to reduce crime, and collaborating on increasing the speed of concealed carry license processing, reviewing pretrial detention policies, and combating fare evasion. It will also facilitate a more robust federal and local law enforcement presence across the District. Both the beautification program and the Commission are temporary, scheduled to terminate on January 2, 2029, and require regular reports to Congress on their progress and recommendations.

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Timeline
Sep 3, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 3, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sep 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2748
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 155.
Sep 10, 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 19.
Sep 10, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Nov 25, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
Dec 2, 2025
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Dec 17, 2025
Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged
Dec 17, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Dec 17, 2025
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 16.
Jan 14, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 390.
Jan 14, 2026
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. H. Rept. 119-455, Part II.
Jan 14, 2026
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-455, Part I.
Mar 24, 2026
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1131 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.
Mar 25, 2026
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131. (consideration: CR H2698-2705)
Mar 25, 2026
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131.
Mar 25, 2026
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.
Mar 25, 2026
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5103.
Mar 25, 2026
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Mar 25, 2026
Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (CR H2704)
Mar 25, 2026
Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Mar 25, 2026
The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
Mar 25, 2026
On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 214 (Roll no. 100).
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Mar 25, 2026
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 206 (Roll no. 101). (text: CR H2698-2699)
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Mar 25, 2026
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 26, 2026
Received in the Senate.
  • September 3, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 3, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.


  • September 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2748
    Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 155.


  • September 10, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 19.


  • September 10, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • November 25, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.


  • December 2, 2025
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • December 17, 2025
    Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged


  • December 17, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • December 17, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 16.


  • January 14, 2026
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 390.


  • January 14, 2026
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. H. Rept. 119-455, Part II.


  • January 14, 2026
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-455, Part I.


  • March 24, 2026
    Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1131 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.


  • March 25, 2026
    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131. (consideration: CR H2698-2705)


  • March 25, 2026
    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131.


  • March 25, 2026
    Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.


  • March 25, 2026
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5103.


  • March 25, 2026
    The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.


  • March 25, 2026
    Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (CR H2704)


  • March 25, 2026
    Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.


  • March 25, 2026
    The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.


  • March 25, 2026
    On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 214 (Roll no. 100).
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  • March 25, 2026
    On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 206 (Roll no. 101). (text: CR H2698-2699)
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  • March 25, 2026
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • March 26, 2026
    Received in the Senate.

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-1131: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Advisory bodiesBorder security and unlawful immigrationCongressional oversightCrime preventionCriminal procedure and sentencingDepartment of the InteriorDistrict of ColumbiaFirearms and explosivesLaw enforcement officersMarylandMonuments and memorialsPublic transitVirginia

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-5103| House 
| Updated: 3/26/2026
The "Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act" establishes a program, led by the Secretary of the Interior, to enhance the cleanliness and appearance of the District of Columbia. This program aims to coordinate efforts among federal and local officials to maintain public spaces, facilities, monuments, and transit systems, including the removal of graffiti. A key objective is also to restore damaged or defaced federal public monuments and encourage private-sector involvement in these beautification initiatives. Additionally, the bill creates the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission , composed of representatives from various federal agencies, to address public safety and law enforcement concerns. Chaired by a senior official from the Executive Office of the President, the Commission is tasked with recommending actions on several critical areas, including maximizing the enforcement of federal immigration law and monitoring D.C.'s "sanctuary-city" status. It will also facilitate the accreditation of the District's forensic crime laboratory. The Commission's functions further extend to assisting the Metropolitan Police Department with recruitment and retention , providing federal resources to reduce crime, and collaborating on increasing the speed of concealed carry license processing, reviewing pretrial detention policies, and combating fare evasion. It will also facilitate a more robust federal and local law enforcement presence across the District. Both the beautification program and the Commission are temporary, scheduled to terminate on January 2, 2029, and require regular reports to Congress on their progress and recommendations.

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Timeline
Sep 3, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 3, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sep 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2748
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 155.
Sep 10, 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 19.
Sep 10, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Nov 25, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
Dec 2, 2025
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Dec 17, 2025
Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged
Dec 17, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Dec 17, 2025
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 16.
Jan 14, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 390.
Jan 14, 2026
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. H. Rept. 119-455, Part II.
Jan 14, 2026
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-455, Part I.
Mar 24, 2026
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1131 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.
Mar 25, 2026
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131. (consideration: CR H2698-2705)
Mar 25, 2026
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131.
Mar 25, 2026
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.
Mar 25, 2026
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5103.
Mar 25, 2026
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Mar 25, 2026
Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (CR H2704)
Mar 25, 2026
Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Mar 25, 2026
The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
Mar 25, 2026
On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 214 (Roll no. 100).
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Mar 25, 2026
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 206 (Roll no. 101). (text: CR H2698-2699)
View Vote
Mar 25, 2026
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 26, 2026
Received in the Senate.
  • September 3, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 3, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.


  • September 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2748
    Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 155.


  • September 10, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 19.


  • September 10, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • November 25, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.


  • December 2, 2025
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • December 17, 2025
    Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged


  • December 17, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • December 17, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 16.


  • January 14, 2026
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 390.


  • January 14, 2026
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. H. Rept. 119-455, Part II.


  • January 14, 2026
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-455, Part I.


  • March 24, 2026
    Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1131 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.


  • March 25, 2026
    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131. (consideration: CR H2698-2705)


  • March 25, 2026
    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1131.


  • March 25, 2026
    Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.


  • March 25, 2026
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5103.


  • March 25, 2026
    The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.


  • March 25, 2026
    Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (CR H2704)


  • March 25, 2026
    Ms. McClellan moved to recommit to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.


  • March 25, 2026
    The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.


  • March 25, 2026
    On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 214 (Roll no. 100).
    View Vote


  • March 25, 2026
    On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 206 (Roll no. 101). (text: CR H2698-2699)
    View Vote


  • March 25, 2026
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • March 26, 2026
    Received in the Senate.
John J. McGuire

John J. McGuire

Republican Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (4)
Clay Higgins (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Ken Calvert (Republican)Michael Guest (Republican)

Federal Lands Subcommittee, Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-1131: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advisory bodiesBorder security and unlawful immigrationCongressional oversightCrime preventionCriminal procedure and sentencingDepartment of the InteriorDistrict of ColumbiaFirearms and explosivesLaw enforcement officersMarylandMonuments and memorialsPublic transitVirginia