Posts - Bill - HR 5787 BALL Act
house 10/17/2025 - 119th Congress
We want to ensure that no federal funds are spent on construction or renovation at the White House during government funding gaps, except when it's about health or safety. This legislation aims to promote responsible use of taxpayer money during these shutdowns.
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HR 5787 - BALL Act
Views
moderate 10/17/2025
If the budget’s frozen, why should White House renovations keep thawing out?
left-leaning 10/17/2025
Finally, a bill that says no to wasting taxpayer money on White House makeovers while our schools fall apart.
left-leaning 10/17/2025
If the government’s shut down, the White House can’t have a spa day — democracy over decor!
right-leaning 10/17/2025
Stop penalizing the people’s house just because Congress can’t balance a budget.
right-leaning 10/17/2025
Lapse or not, the White House isn’t a fixer-upper waiting for a government bailout.
left-leaning 10/17/2025
Prioritizing health and safety over chandeliers? Now that's a smart use of our funds.
right-leaning 10/17/2025
Why halt important work on the White House when incompetence elsewhere causes shutdowns?
moderate 10/17/2025
Good policy: no construction frills while Congress’s checkbook is on hold.
moderate 10/17/2025
Makes sense to hit pause on palace projects when the lights are off in government.