Bill · H.R. 8574· House(119-HR-8574)
U.S. in Expos Act
- Introduced
- 4/29/2026
- Last activity
- 4/29/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Julie Johnson
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "U.S. in Expos Act," authorizes the Secretary of State to provide funding for a United States pavilion or major exhibit at international expositions or world's fairs. It repeals a previous statutory restriction that limited Federal funding for these events. The legislation requires the Department of State to notify specific congressional committees before obligating funds for such pavilions. It also mandates that the Secretary of State submit a final report regarding business participation and other funding sources after a pavilion opens. This act aims to ensure the United States can participate in global mega-events to promote American innovation and culture.
Yes· 3 of 7
Is this likely to create jobs?+3
The bill aims to promote American innovation and business participation, which can lead to increased economic activity and job creation.
Would business owners be better off under this?+3
The bill facilitates a global platform for American businesses to showcase their innovations.
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+2
The bill seeks to showcase American products and innovation to global markets, which provides a platform for American businesses.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Global Presence and Leadership: The bill aims to prevent the United States from missing important opportunities due to a lack of federal funding, which previously resulted in pulling out of or turning down invitations to various Expos (Section 2).
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Economic and Cultural Promotion: Participation in these events allows the United States to showcase American innovation, culture, and values to global audiences (Section 2).
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Protection Against Unethical Practices: The bill requires that entities receiving funds must certify they are not violating labor laws, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, or utilizing victims of trafficking (Section 3).
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Economic Investment Estimates: The Department of State must provide an estimate of the investment a pavilion could bring back to the United States (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Risk of Fund Diversion: The bill allows funds to be "reprogrammed or transferred" by the Department of State to be made available for a pavilion, which could affect how other existing funds are used (Section 3).
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Requirement of Foreign Support: The bill notes that the United States has previously had to accept support from host countries, such as the United Arab Emirates, to fund its pavilion (Section 2).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+3Improves Small Business Support+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Policing Reform+1
- 4/29/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Introduced in House