Presidential Library Donation Reform Act of 2016

Bill 114 hr 1069, also known as the Presidential Library Donation Reform Act of 2016, aims to reform the process of donations made to presidential libraries. The bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the donation process by requiring the disclosure of all donations over $200 to presidential libraries within 30 days of receipt.

Additionally, the bill prohibits foreign governments, individuals, and corporations from making donations to presidential libraries. This is to prevent any potential conflicts of interest or influence from foreign entities on the operations of presidential libraries.

Furthermore, the bill requires the National Archives and Records Administration to create and maintain a publicly accessible database of all donations made to presidential libraries. This database will provide the public with information on who is contributing to these libraries and help ensure that there is no undue influence on presidential decision-making. Overall, the Presidential Library Donation Reform Act of 2016 aims to promote transparency and accountability in the donation process for presidential libraries, ultimately ensuring that these institutions remain free from outside influence and serve the public interest.