Summary
Lets the President build a large, permanent ballroom at the White House so big events can be held there safely.
What problem does this solve?
Some believe that the White House is too small for large events, which forces the President to go to other places and creates security risks. This bill allows a new, secure ballroom to be built on the White House grounds to keep the President safe.
What does this bill do?
Authorizes ballroom construction
Allows the President to build a new, permanent ballroom on the grounds of the White House.
Gives president sole approval
States that the President is the only person who needs to approve the plans for the new ballroom.
Addresses security concerns
Builds the ballroom to avoid security risks, like past assassination attempts, that happen when the President attends large events off-site.
Includes necessary features
Ensures the new building will be a complete, permanent structure with heating, electricity, furniture, and removal of any old structures in the way.
Who does this affect?
- The President of the United States
- Executive Office of the President
- White House staff and guests
What is the real world impact?
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Bypasses normal review processes
Gives the President sole approval power over the ballroom's construction, which could be seen as a way to avoid public input, historical preservation reviews, or other government oversight on a major change to the White House.
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Enhances presidential security
Reduces risks to the President by allowing large events to be held on the secure White House grounds instead of at outside locations, referencing past assassination attempts as a key reason.
When does this start?
The President would be allowed to start construction as soon as the bill becomes law.