HR 4776 · 107th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

To prohibit the President and the spouse of the President from accepting certain gifts for personal use.

Introduced 2002-05-20· Sponsored by Rep. Mink, Patsy T. [D-HI-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.(2002-05-20)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Prohibits the President or the President's spouse from knowingly accepting for personal use: (1) any gift with a value of over $50; or (2) any gifts from a single source having a cumulative value during a calendar year of over $100 (excluding gifts valued at less than $10). Provides that any gift exceeding such limits that is accepted by the President or the President's spouse shall be deemed to be a gift to and property of the United States. Considers a gift to any other immediate family member of the President or to any other individual based upon that individual's relationship with the President to be a gift to the President, if it is given with the knowledge and acquiescence of the President or the President's spouse. Specifies exceptions, including election and legal fund contributions, gifts from relatives, and certain honoraria.…

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