A President should not accept a foreign government’s plane or other major gift unless Congress clearly agrees. The resolution says these gifts can create security risks and public trust problems. It states the Senate’s position but does not change the law.
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A resolution condemning any acceptance of Presidential aircraft, or any other substantial gift, from a foreign government. is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S2897-2898).
Latest action on S.Res. 218: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S2897-2898)
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the President, White House officials, and agencies involved with presidential travel and security. It also matters to Congress because the resolution says Congress must clearly approve any major foreign gift before the President accepts it. Foreign governments that offer large gifts would face stronger public and political pushback, especially if the gift involves a presidential aircraft.
Why this matters: A foreign government’s gift to a President could raise doubts about security and influence. A presidential aircraft is especially sensitive because it carries secure systems used for national defense and classified information. The resolution also matters because the Constitution already limits foreign gifts to federal officials. This measure does not create a new law, but it makes the Senate’s position clear.
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Officially: A resolution condemning any acceptance of Presidential aircraft, or any other substantial gift, from a foreign government.
A President should not accept a foreign government’s plane or other major gift unless Congress clearly agrees. The resolution says these gifts can create security risks and public trust problems. It states the Senate’s position but does not change the law.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend SRES218. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
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Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S2897-2898) (5/13/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
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Agreed to in Senate
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