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Prohibition on Funding Disinformation Governance Board

This bill aims to prevent taxpayer money from being used to establish or operate a Disinformation Governance Board within the Department of Homeland Security. This means the government cannot fund an entity that could potentially influence information flow, thereby protecting citizens' freedom of speech.
Key points
Prohibits the use of federal funds for establishing or carrying out activities of the Disinformation Governance Board.
Bans funding for any substantially similar entity within the Department of Homeland Security.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7690
Sponsor: Rep. McCarthy, Kevin [R-CA-23]
Process start date: 2022-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To prohibit the use of Federal funds to establish or carry out the activities of a Disinformation Governance Board of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7690.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of federal funds for establishing or carrying out activities of the Disinformation Governance Board.
  • Bans funding for any substantially similar entity within the Department of Homeland Security.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McCarthy, Kevin [R-CA-23].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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