Officially: No Palaces Act
Big changes to the White House or its grounds would need approval from the National Capital Planning Commission. Congress would then get a limited time to block the project. Private money could not pay for covered projects unless Congress allows it.
Where it stands
Sitting in Environment and Public Works
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
↓ Why your message matters here
This bill is sitting in committee with no scheduled vote — which means a small number of constituent messages can decide whether it moves forward or quietly dies.
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (12/4/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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