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

Bill 117 hr 7387, also known as the Commercial Filmmaking and Photography on Capitol Grounds Act, aims to amend title 40 of the United States Code to allow for commercial filmmaking and photography on the United States Capitol grounds. Currently, commercial filming and photography on Capitol grounds are restricted, but this bill seeks to change that.

The bill would open up the Capitol grounds to commercial filmmakers and photographers, allowing them to capture and create content for commercial purposes. This could include filming movies, television shows, commercials, and taking photographs for advertising or promotional materials.

In addition to permitting commercial filmmaking and photography on Capitol grounds, the bill also includes provisions for regulating and overseeing these activities. This would ensure that any commercial filming or photography on Capitol grounds is done in a safe and respectful manner, without disrupting the normal operations of the Capitol. Overall, the Commercial Filmmaking and Photography on Capitol Grounds Act aims to provide more opportunities for commercial filmmakers and photographers to use the iconic Capitol grounds as a backdrop for their work. By allowing for these activities in a regulated manner, the bill seeks to balance the interests of commercial creators with the need to protect and preserve the historic Capitol grounds.