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Prohibiting House Members from Serving on Boards Linked to Foreign Adversaries

New rules aim to enhance national security and transparency by prohibiting House members from serving on boards of entities linked to foreign governments or adversaries. This prevents conflicts of interest and external influence on policy decisions, indirectly impacting public trust in government.
Key points
Members, officers, and employees of the House are prohibited from serving on boards of entities funded by, affiliated with, or controlled by the Chinese Communist Party or other foreign adversaries.
The goal is to protect U.S. national interests and prevent potential foreign influence on the legislative process.
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Print number: 118_HRES_207
Sponsor: Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8]
Process start date: 2023-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit Members, officers, and employees of the House from serving on the board of directors of any entity which receives funding from, or is affiliated with or owned or controlled by, the United Front Work Department of the Chinese Communist Party, any other element of the Chinese Communist Party, or any foreign adversary, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_207.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members, officers, and employees of the House are prohibited from serving on boards of entities funded by, affiliated with, or controlled by the Chinese Communist Party or other foreign adversaries.
  • The goal is to protect U.S. national interests and prevent potential foreign influence on the legislative process.
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 Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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