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To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-7162| House 
| Updated: 1/20/2026
Eleanor Holmes Norton

Eleanor Holmes Norton

Democratic Representative

District of Columbia

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill amends title 40, United States Code, to authorize commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol Grounds, specifically excluding the Capitol Buildings. The Chief of the United States Capitol Police is empowered to issue permits for these activities, with a crucial stipulation that such activities can only take place when neither House of Congress is in session. The types of commercial activities deemed appropriate and the fees charged must be consistent with those previously allowed in Union Square before its jurisdictional transfer. Any fees collected will be used to cover costs incurred by the Architect of the Capitol and will be transferred to the Capitol Trust Account, with the Capitol Police Board responsible for promulgating regulations in consultation with House and Senate committees.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5521
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7387
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7672
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-4469
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.
Jan 20, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jan 20, 2026
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E55)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5521
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7387
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7672
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-4469
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • January 20, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 20, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • January 20, 2026
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E55)

Congress

To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-7162| House 
| Updated: 1/20/2026
This bill amends title 40, United States Code, to authorize commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol Grounds, specifically excluding the Capitol Buildings. The Chief of the United States Capitol Police is empowered to issue permits for these activities, with a crucial stipulation that such activities can only take place when neither House of Congress is in session. The types of commercial activities deemed appropriate and the fees charged must be consistent with those previously allowed in Union Square before its jurisdictional transfer. Any fees collected will be used to cover costs incurred by the Architect of the Capitol and will be transferred to the Capitol Trust Account, with the Capitol Police Board responsible for promulgating regulations in consultation with House and Senate committees.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5521
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7387
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7672
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-4469
To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.
Jan 20, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jan 20, 2026
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E55)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5521
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7387
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7672
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-4469
    To amend title 40, United States Code, to permit commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds, and for other purposes.


  • January 20, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 20, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • January 20, 2026
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E55)
Eleanor Holmes Norton

Eleanor Holmes Norton

Democratic Representative

District of Columbia

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Congress

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted