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US HR7028

US HR7028
To require the Secretary of State to submit a notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases, and for other purposes.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Secretary of State to submit a notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain artrelated purchases, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Secretary of State to notify Congress at least 15 days before obligating funds for certain art-related purchases that exceed $37,500. This notification requirement applies to purchases made under the Art in Embassies Program, which acquires art for U.S. diplomatic facilities, as well as purchases of art, furnishings, or design elements for residential design programs and single projects, acquisitions, or commissioning of art, design, or restoration services under the Cultural Heritage Program, which preserves culturally significant elements at diplomatic facilities. The notification must include a description of the item or service, its purpose and intended location, the estimated cost, and the source of funds. The "appropriate congressional committees" are defined as the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (on 01/13/2026)

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