RepublicanBill · H.R. 5352· House(119-HR-5352)

To prohibit Federal funding for entities that employ individuals who condone and celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism, and for other purposes.

Rep. Van Orden
Age: 57 years
Wisconsin
Introduced
9/15/2025
Last activity
9/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by
Derrick Van Orden
Cosponsors
Republican - 3Democrat - 0
Government Operations and Politics
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill aims to stop the disbursement of Federal funds to certain entities. Specifically, it targets organizations that employ individuals who condone or celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism. The definition for these terms is found in section 2331 of title 18, United States Code. This legislation was introduced by Mr. Van Orden in the 119th Congress.

Yes

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+1

    The bill limits the disbursement of Federal funds to specific entities, which may reduce total federal outlays.

  • Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?+1

    The bill functions as a preventative measure against supporting individuals who engage in or celebrate domestic terrorism.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+1

    The bill establishes clear prohibitions on how federal funds can be disbursed based on employee conduct.

The opposite

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-3

    Entities that employ individuals with certain political views may face sudden loss of federal funding.

  • Does this protect people from being watched or searched?-1

    The bill may require entities to monitor employee speech to ensure compliance with the funding prohibition.