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H.R.7162

To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

Introduced·1/20/26

Permits commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol grounds when Congress is not in session.

This bill amends title 40 of the United States Code to allow commercial filmmaking and photography on the U.S. Capitol grounds, except when either House of Congress is in session. The Chief of the U.S. Capitol Police can issue permits for such activities, provided they are similar to those allowed in Union Square. Fees for these permits should match those collected by the National Park Service for similar activities. All fees collected will be transferred to the Capitol Trust Account.

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Where it stands

Current
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 21

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Jan 20

House

Introduced in House

Jan 20

House

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E55)