The Senate has passed the D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act, a bipartisan legislation that is now on its way to President Biden's desk for final approval. This significant development has been met with praise from House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky.
Comer commended the Senate for its decision, highlighting the historic nature of the moment for the nation's capital. He emphasized the financial implications of not taking action, stating that the decaying land in Washington would have continued to burden taxpayers with maintenance costs.
The revitalization of the RFK Memorial Stadium site has been a key economic priority for the city, with Comer expressing pride in his collaboration with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser to advance the bill. The bipartisan success of this legislation underscores the House Oversight Committee's dedication to safeguarding taxpayers' interests and ensuring a prosperous future for Washington, D.C.
The bill entails transferring the responsibility for the stadium site in Washington, D.C., from the Department of the Interior to the General Services Administration. This move is poised to have a lasting impact on the capital, creating opportunities for economic growth and development that will benefit residents and visitors for generations to come.