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Permanent Ban on Lobbying for Former Members and Officers of Congress

This bill prohibits former Senators, Members of the House of Representatives, and elected officers of Congress from lobbying Congress at any time after leaving office. The ban applies to knowingly making communications or appearances before Members or employees of Congress with the intent to influence on behalf of any other person (except the United States). These amendments apply to individuals leaving office on or after the date of the enactment of the Act.
Key points
Former Members and elected officers of Congress are prohibited from lobbying Congress at any time after leaving office.
The ban covers communications intended to influence Members, officers, or employees of Congress on behalf of other persons.
The legislation applies to individuals who leave office on or after the date of enactment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1412
Sponsor: Rep. Hollingsworth, Trey [R-IN-9]
Process start date: 2021-02-26