No More Art in Fed Buildings: GSA Axes Creative Mandate
Published Date: 4/16/2025
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Summary
The government is planning to cancel the 'Art in Architecture' rule that required new federal buildings to include artwork. This change affects agencies that build or renovate federal spaces and means they won’t have to spend money on art projects anymore. The final decision will come soon, making things simpler and saving funds.
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