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March 15, 2007
Rep. Zach Wamp has been appointed to the U.S. Capitol Preservation Commission (CPC) by House Republican Leader John Boehner and Speaker Nancy Pelosi. This working commission oversees the historical interests of the Capitol Complex. The commission also is tasked with guiding the construction of the Capitol Visitor Center (CVC).
"It is an honor to be given this responsibility," said Congressman Wamp. "I look forward to seeing the CVC project to completion and working with my colleagues on the CPC to make sure the new visitor center provides a safe entry to the Capitol and enhances the experience of its visitors for decades to come."
As the emblem of freedom and democracy for everyone, the United States Capitol is arguably the most recognized building in the world. It serves as a representation of every American and honors those that have worked to progress our way of life.
Rep. Wamp is Ranking Member on the Legislative Subcommittee of the Appropriations Committee which funds and oversees the Capitol and the surrounding complex.
U.S. Capitol Preservation Commission Fact Sheet:
*The U.S. Capitol Preservation Commission was established in November 1988 to care for acquisitions of works of fine art and other property for display in the United States Capitol. (Public Law 100-696)
*The commission was given the additional responsibility of approving the planning, engineering, design and construction of the Capitol Visitor Center in September 1999. (Public Law 106-57)
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