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Federal Agencies Must Report Advertising Spending with Minority and Women-Owned Businesses.

This law increases transparency by requiring federal executive agencies to publicly report their spending on advertising services. Crucially, they must detail how much of that money goes specifically to small businesses owned by women, minorities, and those considered socially or economically disadvantaged. This ensures citizens can track how taxpayer funds are distributed among diverse businesses.
Key points
Federal agencies must disclose total expenditures on all advertising contracts in their annual budget reports.
Reports must specifically track funds allocated to advertising contracts with women-owned, minority-owned, and disadvantaged small businesses.
The new reporting requirements will take effect starting with the Fiscal Year 2027 budget reports.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5805
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-10-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Government Advertising Equity Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5805.

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 2025-10-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must disclose total expenditures on all advertising contracts in their annual budget reports.
  • Reports must specifically track funds allocated to advertising contracts with women-owned, minority-owned, and disadvantaged small businesses.
  • The new reporting requirements will take effect starting with the Fiscal Year 2027 budget reports.
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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Budget.

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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