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Rules for Government Media Content in the U.S.

This act clarifies rules for information materials created by U.S. government media agencies for foreign audiences. It prohibits their use to influence public opinion within the United States. Citizens will gain access to these materials, but only after 12 years and for a fee, through the National Archives.
Key points
Government-produced media content intended for foreign audiences cannot be distributed within the U.S. to influence public opinion.
After 12 years from creation or initial foreign release, these materials will be made available to U.S. citizens through the National Archives, subject to a fee.
The law aims to ensure government media focuses on international communication, not domestic propaganda.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6695
Sponsor: Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Charlie Kirk Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6695.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government-produced media content intended for foreign audiences cannot be distributed within the U.S. to influence public opinion.
  • After 12 years from creation or initial foreign release, these materials will be made available to U.S. citizens through the National Archives, subject to a fee.
  • The law aims to ensure government media focuses on international communication, not domestic propaganda.
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. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Media and Culture