The White House and its grounds would no longer be left out of one federal historic-preservation law. That could mean more review before changes are made there. The bill only changes the law by deleting the current exception.
Modern Action explains what the legislation does, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
People’s White House Historic Preservation Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Latest action on H.R. 6761: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the people and offices that manage, repair, secure, and change the White House and its grounds. It could also affect preservation experts who may get a bigger role in reviewing changes there. In a broader sense, it matters to the public because the White House is both a working government building and a historic national site.
Why this matters: This matters because changes at the White House could face more formal historic-preservation review than they do now. That could shape how quickly or easily the government can repair, renovate, or update the building and its grounds. It also raises a basic question about balance: how to protect a famous historic site while still meeting security and day-to-day government needs. The full effect is uncertain because this bill is short and depends on how the broader preservation law is applied.
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Officially: People’s White House Historic Preservation Act
The White House and its grounds would no longer be left out of one federal historic-preservation law. That could mean more review before changes are made there. The bill only changes the law by deleting the current exception.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR6761. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. (12/16/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to People’s White House Historic Preservation Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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