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White House Not For Sale: Banning Corporate Names and Ads on Presidential Grounds.

This legislation aims to protect the White House and its grounds from commercialization and private sponsorship. It establishes a strict prohibition on displaying permanent or semi-permanent advertisements, corporate logos, or names of individuals within the presidential residence area. For citizens, this ensures that the nation's primary symbol of government remains free from visual commercial influence and promotional displays.
Key points
Prohibits the display of corporate logos, advertisements, and names of individuals within the White House and on its grounds.
Any exception requires express approval from the Speaker, the Minority Leader of the House, and the White House Curator.
The goal is to preserve the historical and non-commercial nature of the presidential residence, protecting its status as a national symbol.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5786
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39]
Process start date: 2025-10-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

White House NOT FOR SALE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5786.

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 2025-10-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the display of corporate logos, advertisements, and names of individuals within the White House and on its grounds.
  • Any exception requires express approval from the Speaker, the Minority Leader of the House, and the White House Curator.
  • The goal is to preserve the historical and non-commercial nature of the presidential residence, protecting its status as a national symbol.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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