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Foreign and Domestic Emoluments Enforcement Act: Strengthening Anti-Corruption Measures

This act aims to strengthen anti-corruption laws, preventing government officials, including the President, from accepting gifts or financial benefits from foreign governments or from state and federal governments beyond their fixed salary. These changes ensure that political decisions are made solely in the public interest, free from private influence, thereby increasing public trust in government.
Key points
Prohibits federal officials from accepting gifts, financial benefits, offices, or titles from foreign governments without Congressional consent.
Forbids the President from accepting any financial benefits from federal or state governments, other than their fixed compensation for services.
Expands financial disclosure requirements for officials, including the President, to include all emoluments received from foreign governments and other financial benefits.
Establishes a civil action mechanism for the House or Senate to sue for violations of the foreign emoluments prohibition, with remedies including disgorgement of benefits.
Strengthens the Office of Government Ethics' authority to enforce these provisions, including imposing administrative fines and ordering corrective actions.
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Print number: 117_S_3181
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Foreign and Domestic Emoluments Enforcement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3181.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits federal officials from accepting gifts, financial benefits, offices, or titles from foreign governments without Congressional consent.
  • Forbids the President from accepting any financial benefits from federal or state governments, other than their fixed compensation for services.
  • Expands financial disclosure requirements for officials, including the President, to include all emoluments received from foreign governments and other financial benefits.
  • Establishes a civil action mechanism for the House or Senate to sue for violations of the foreign emoluments prohibition, with remedies including disgorgement of benefits.
  • Strengthens the Office of Government Ethics' authority to enforce these provisions, including imposing administrative fines and ordering corrective actions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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