HR7028Reported by Committee

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
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-01-13
Introduced
1
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Tim Burchett
Tim Burchett
Republican · TN · Representative
Votes with party: 86.6% (589 recorded votes)

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

2026-01-21

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Plain-English Summary

The State Department would need to notify Congress before spending money on art purchases or related cultural projects. This gives lawmakers a chance to review and potentially object to how taxpayer money is being used for art acquisitions and international cultural initiatives. The requirement affects the State Department's ability to make these spending decisions independently.

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International Affairs
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