Norton Reminds D.C. Residents that Her Provision Allows Sledding on Capitol Hill

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ahead of a storm that will bring D.C. a projected 5-10 inches or more of snow this weekend, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) reminded D.C. residents that her provision in the Legislative Branch Appropriations Bill allows sledding on Capitol Hill. Capitol Police confirmed this morning that the Capitol grounds will be open to sledders of all ages.

"The West Front of the Capitol is widely known as one of the best sledding hills in D.C.'s high-density urban environment," Norton said. "That is why I get a provision included annually in the Legislative Branch Appropriations Bill directing the Capitol Police to allow sledding on Capitol grounds. With a major snowfall projected this weekend, children and their parents should be able to enjoy one of the best hills in D.C."

"Sledding is a simple childhood joy, and in the middle of winter, it is the least we can allow our children."

Norton got her provision included in the bill after the Capitol Police began prohibiting sledding several years ago.

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