A bill to prohibit agencies from using Federal funds for publicity or propaganda purposes, and for other purposes.
Stop Wasteful Advertising by the Government Act or the SWAG Act
This bill prohibits any federal agency or entity from using federal funds to purchase, acquire, or distribute swag (i.e., products distributed at no cost with the sole purpose of advertising or promoting an agency, organization, or program) or to manufacture or use a mascot for promotional purposes. Exceptions to these prohibitions include (1) express authorization in law, (2) recruitment related to armed forces enlistment, and (3) military academy athletic team mascots.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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