On the recordJanuary 23, 2003
As we continue securing America against terrorist attacks, we need to give more attention to the security of large buildings, especially skyscrapers and arenas. There are approximately 500 skyscrapers in the United States that are regularly occupied by at least 5000 people, and there are 250 major arenas and stadiums that hold many times more. These buildings will be primary targets of potential terrorist attack. We must do more to ensure that these buildings are secure. That is why I am introducing today the Building Security Act of 2003. The bill does two things: first, it supports the research and funding we need so that buildings can withstand extreme assaults, including terrorist attacks. Second, the bill takes steps so that buildings will be guarded by a security workforce that is adequately prepared to respond to these dangers.
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