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Increased Transparency for Presidential Inaugural Committees

New rules aim to increase transparency in the funding of presidential inaugural committees. Citizens will have better insight into the sources and uses of funds, which is intended to reduce irregularities and foreign influence. Additionally, unused funds must be donated to charity.
Key points
Inaugural committees must disclose all expenditures of $200 or more, including recipient name, date, and purpose.
Donations from foreign nationals and anonymous donations are prohibited.
Unused funds must be donated to charity within 90 days of the inauguration.
Using donations for personal expenses of committee-related individuals is forbidden.
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Print number: 117_S_159
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2021-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Inaugural Committee Transparency Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_159.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Inaugural committees must disclose all expenditures of $200 or more, including recipient name, date, and purpose.
  • Donations from foreign nationals and anonymous donations are prohibited.
  • Unused funds must be donated to charity within 90 days of the inauguration.
  • Using donations for personal expenses of committee-related individuals is forbidden.
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 Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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