Approves a Thomas Paine commemorative work in Area I in Washington, D.C., and waives a federal siting requirement in the Commemorative Works Act that would otherwise apply to it.

Official title: Common Sense 250 Act of 2026

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Introduced 06-JUL-2026

Referred 06-JUL-2026

Approved by committee 15-SEP-2026

Key points

Short title: Common Sense 250 Act of 2026.
Approves the location of the Thomas Paine commemorative work within Area I, as shown on a 2003 National Capital Region map.
Sets aside the requirements in section 8908(b)(1) of title 40, United States Code, for this work.
Requires the work to be located within Area I.

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Policy area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Sponsor Jamie Raskin (D-MD) Cosponsors · 1

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