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Government Integrity: Rules for Accepting Donations and Naming Rights

New rules aim to protect the federal government's reputation. They allow for the revocation of naming rights (e.g., for buildings, programs) associated with donations if the donor commits a crime or ethical violation. This means that even years later, if a donor harms the public image, their name can be removed from government facilities without the donation being returned.
Key points
The government can revoke naming rights tied to donations if the donor commits a crime or ethical violation.
Revocation of naming rights can occur after at least 20 years or another agreed-upon period.
If naming rights are revoked, the government is not obligated to return the donation to the donor.
The goal is to protect the reputation and integrity of the federal government from donor actions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5729
Sponsor: Rep. Cooper, Jim [D-TN-5]
Process start date: 2021-10-26