H.R.7028

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.

Introduced·1/13/26

Requires the Secretary of State to notify Congress before spending over $37,500 on art for embassies and residences.

The bill mandates that the Secretary of State must notify Congress 15 days before spending over $37,500 on art for the Art in Embassies Program, residential design program, and Cultural Heritage Program. The notification must include a description of the art, its purpose, estimated cost, and funding source. The Art in Embassies Program involves acquiring and displaying art at U.S. diplomatic facilities. The Cultural Heritage Program focuses on preserving and enhancing culturally significant elements at these facilities.

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History

Jan 21

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jan 21

House

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 1.

Jan 13

House

Introduced in House