A Democratic bill with 9 Democratic cosponsors · See all 9 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Luxury JET Act" aims to prohibit the transfer or use of aircraft provided by the Government of Qatar for the personal benefit of any President, their family, or associates. This restriction applies both during and after a Presidential term and includes transfers to entities like Presidential libraries. Additionally, the bill mandates a comprehensive review by the Comptroller General regarding the donation of the VC-25B Bridge aircraft to the United States Air Force. This review must analyze the circumstances of the gift, potential conflicts of interest, and the total costs incurred by the United States. The results of this review must be submitted to congressional defense committees within 90 days of the Act's enactment.
Yes
- Scored +6
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill requires a comprehensive review of the aircraft donation and the submission of a report to congressional defense committees.
- Scored +4
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
The bill mandates an accounting of the full costs to the United States and seeks to minimize the frivolous use of taxpayer dollars.
- Scored +2
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill aims to prevent the frivolous use of taxpayer dollars for the personal benefit of high-ranking officials.
The opposite
- Scored -1
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The review examines if resources were diverted from other national security programs.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Prevention of personal use of government assets: Section 2 prevents aircraft provided by the Government of Qatar from being used for the personal benefit of a President, their family members, or associates, which helps ensure government assets are not used for private gain.
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Increased transparency and oversight: Section 3 mandates a detailed review by the Comptroller General of the United States regarding the donation of the VC-25B Bridge aircraft. This includes analyzing the circumstances of the agreement, potential side agreements, and whether the gift was solicited.
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Financial accountability: Section 3(b)(3) and (4) require an accounting of the full monetary value of the aircraft and the full costs to the United States for upgrading, retrofitting, and testing the aircraft. This ensures the public knows exactly how much taxpayer money was spent on the delivery and operation of these aircraft.
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National security protection: Section 3(b)(5) and (6) require an analysis of how the funding and resources used for these aircraft might have impacted other national security programs or created security concerns due to the accelerated delivery schedule.
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Legal and ethical safeguards: Section 3(b)(7) and (8) direct a consideration of the legality of the gift under the Foreign Emoluments Clause and provide for recommendations to improve laws to minimize corruption and the frivolous use of taxpayer dollars for the personal benefit of officials.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Resource diversion concerns: Section 3(b)(5)(B) notes that the review will look at whether the diversion of funding, workforce, or other resources for these aircraft has had impacts on other national security programs.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires a comprehensive review of the aircraft donation and the submission of a report to congressional defense committees.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The bill mandates an accounting of the full costs to the United States and seeks to minimize the frivolous use of taxpayer dollars.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill aims to prevent the frivolous use of taxpayer dollars for the personal benefit of high-ranking officials.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The review examines if resources were diverted from other national security programs.
- 7/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/15/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- 8 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Angela AlsobrooksDemocrat · Maryland
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Edward MarkeyDemocrat · Massachusetts
Jeff MerkleyDemocrat · Oregon
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland