To require the Secretary of State to submit a notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases, and for other purposes.
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Summary
This bill requires the Secretary of State to notify Congress at least 15 days before obligating funds exceeding $37,500 for art purchases or related services under three State Department programs: the Art in Embassies Program, residential design programs, and the Cultural Heritage Program. Each notification must include a description of the item or project, its purpose and location, estimated cost, and funding source. The bill applies to purchases of art, furnishings, design elements, and restoration services at U.S. diplomatic facilities.
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