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The Honorable Stephen T. Ayers
Architect of the Capitol
SB-15, U.S. Capitol
Washington, DC 20515
Dear Mr. Ayers,
Recent incidents at federal buildings, including the U.S. Capitol Complex, have been a sobering reminder of the unique
challenges we face as we work to ensure the safety and security of the millions of Americans who visit and work in
federal government buildings every day. Effective signage to guide people to safety is just one component of sound
emergency preparedness.
I write to bring to your attention a new, state-of-the-art technology that I believe may provide a cost-effective solution to
some fo these unique safety challenges at federal builodings.
Photoluminescent technology may be used in the form of signage, such as exit signs for office buildings with complex
architectural layouts. These photoluminescent signs offer several advantages over traditional signs because they do not
require electricity to operate.
In the event of an emergency, people rely on exit signs to guide them to safety. However, the vast majority of traditional
exit signs require electricity to operate. If a natural disaster, terrorist attack or power outage were to occur, a federal
building’s electricity supply could be compromised, rendering traditional electric signs, useless, jeopardizing the safety
and security of all occupants.
Moreover, the electricity required to operate traditional electric safety signs increases building operational costs through
higher electricity consumption.
Reports from Energystar.gov indiciate that this technology is more energy-efficient and less costly than the old electric
and LED signs.
As Energystar.gov indiciates, Photoluminescent exit signs are a potential cost-saving alternative to the traditional signs in
the following ways:
• Photoluminescent signs require no back-up batteries
• Photoluminescent signs require no light buibs to replace
• Photoluminescent signs require no electricity
• Photoluminescent signs require no periodic testing
Because of these differences, photoluminescent technology can offer substantial cost savings. As we look for new
and improved ways to ensure the safety and security of the people who visit and work in federal buildings in these
dangerous times, I respectfully request that you give the use of photoluminescent exit and safety signs every full and fair
consideration in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
This innovative technology has the potential to save lives while saving the taxpayers money. As such, I believe it is
worthy of consideration as a viable alternative to the electric signs.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and should you require any additional information, please do not hesitate
to reach out to Chris Hess in my office at [e-mail] or 202-225-2216. Additionally, please feel free to
make this correspondence part of any public record.
Sincerely,
Steve Chabot Brad Wenstrup
Member of Congress Member of Congress