1. SUMMARY:
This bill aims to transfer the administrative jurisdiction over the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus (approximately 174 acres) from the Secretary of the Interior to the District of Columbia. The primary purpose is to allow the District to develop and use the Campus for various purposes, including stadium facilities, commercial and residential development, open spaces, and cultural/educational/recreational activities. Key provisions outline requirements for the District, such as designating at least 30% as the "Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Park," ensuring public access to the Anacostia River, providing adequate parking and public safety measures, and mitigating noise and traffic impacts on surrounding areas. The transfer is subject to a Declaration of Covenants between the Secretary and the District, with specific terms and conditions. The implications include enabling the District to repurpose the underutilized Campus while preserving open spaces and facilitating economic development. The areas primarily affected are the District of Columbia and the local community surrounding the Campus.