Presidential libraries and centers would have new limits on who can give and how much they can give. Gifts of $200 or more would be reported to the Archivist of the United States and posted online.
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To amend section 2112 of title 44, United States Code, to appropriately limit donations to Presidential Libraries and Centers. is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Latest action on H.R. 4461: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects Presidential Libraries and Centers, their fundraisers, and people or groups that want to give money to them. It most directly affects large donors, lobbyists, foreign nationals, federal contractors, foreign agents, and people seeking or given a pardon by the President tied to the library or center.
Why this matters: Presidential libraries can raise large sums from private donors, and this bill would limit who can give during sensitive years. It aims to reduce the chance that donations look like a way to gain favor with a sitting or recent President. It would also let the public see more donor information. The effect on fundraising and library operations is uncertain.
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