Bill · H.R. 490· House(119-HR-490)
Constitutional Emoluments Protection of American Interests Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 1/16/2025
- Last activity
- 1/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Steve Cohen
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Constitutional Emoluments Protection of American Interests Act of 2025," seeks to restrict how federal money is used in relation to Donald J. Trump. It prohibits federal funds from being used at any property or entity that is owned by, managed by, or under the control of Donald J. Trump. Furthermore, the act prevents these funds from being used to enter into any new contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements with such entities. The bill includes an extensive list of specific properties and business entities covered by these restrictions.
Yes
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3
The bill implements strict rules on how federal funds interact with specific high-profile entities to prevent potential conflicts of interest.
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+2
The bill limits the avenues through which federal funds can be spent by prohibiting use at specific entities.
The opposite· 3 of 7
Would high-income households be better off under this?-5
The bill restricts the ability of high-income property owners and entities to receive federal funds or contracts.
Would business owners be better off under this?-5
The bill prohibits several large-scale business entities from entering into new federal contracts or receiving grants.
Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this?-5
The bill targets specific entities owned or managed by high-net-worth individuals, restricting their access to federal funds.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Prohibition of Funds at Specific Entities: The bill prevents federal money from being used at properties or entities owned, managed, or controlled by Donald J. Trump (Section 2). This could be considered positive for those seeking to ensure federal funds are not directed toward these specific businesses.
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Restriction on New Agreements: The act stops the availability of funds for entering new contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements with the listed properties or entities (Section 2). This provision aims to prevent new financial relationships between the government and these specific entities.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Federal Fund Usage: Federal funds are prohibited from being used at any property or entity owned, managed, or controlled by Donald J. Trump (Section 2). This could result in the loss of federal financial opportunities for the many businesses and properties listed in the act.
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Ban on New Contracts and Grants: The bill prevents the use of federal funds to enter into any new contract, grant, or cooperative agreement with the specified properties or entities (Section 2). This restriction could impact the ability of these entities to engage in new business with the federal government.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Billionaires-5Good For Business Owners-5Good For High Income Households-5Good For High Net Worth Individuals-5Good For Ultra High Net Worth Individuals-5
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending+2Increases Job Creation-5Improves Economic Growth-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- 2/27/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/16/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Introduced in House
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey