Bill to Block Federal Funding for Supreme Court Fencing

What This Bill Does

This bill would bar federal money from being used to install permanent fencing around the U.S. Supreme Court building or its grounds. It is aimed at preventing a lasting security barrier at one of the country’s most visible public institutions.

For ordinary Americans, the bill speaks to how the government balances security, public access, and the appearance of openness around the Supreme Court. It could affect how visitors, protesters, and nearby residents experience the area, while also shaping how much federal spending is directed toward court security infrastructure.

Who This Bill Affects

For the general public, this bill would mainly affect access and security around the Supreme Court grounds by preventing federal funding for a permanent fence. Most Americans would not feel a direct day-to-day effect, but it could influence how open or restricted the Court’s surroundings appear.

Latest Status

May 26, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Will It Pass?

8% estimated chance of becoming law

Pass percentages are estimates and may be inaccurate.