What does Preamble of Repeal the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To repeal the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013 and to prohibit domestic propagandization by the Federal Government,' aims to repeal the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013. The bill also seeks to prohibit domestic propagandization by the Federal Government.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Repeal the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013 do?

This bill is formally titled the ``Repeal the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013''.

What does REPEAL SMITH-MUNDT DOMESTIC PROPAGANDIZATION. of Repeal the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013 do?

This section amends the United States Information and Educational Exchange Act of 1948 and the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1986 and 1987. It restricts the dissemination of materials produced for foreign dissemination within the United States, except for official oversight functions by Members of Congress and factual information provided to the media, public, or Congress. Materials produced for foreign dissemination must be made available for examination by U.S. press associations, newspapers, magazines, radio systems, and stations, and by Members of Congress. Funds appropriated to the Department of State or the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) cannot be used to influence public opinion within the United States. Materials produced under these provisions will be archived by the Archivist of the United States and made accessible to the public after a 20-year period, with clear identifiers indicating their origin and purpose. The Archivist is responsible for regulating access to these materials, including requiring necessary rights and licenses and fees to cover costs.

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Repeal the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013

Last updated: 10/8/2025 · Introduced: 10/8/2025

Author: Thomas Massie (R-KY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill repeals the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013, which previously eased restrictions on disseminating U.S. government-produced foreign information within the United States.
It prohibits the U.S. Federal Government from using appropriated funds to influence public opinion domestically.
Materials created for foreign audiences will be archived and made publicly accessible after 20 years, with clear labeling indicating their origin and purpose.

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