Extending Lobbying Ban for Former US Congress Members
This bill aims to increase the time former members of Congress must wait before they can lobby current officials. The change is intended to limit the influence of former politicians on the legislative process, potentially increasing public trust and reducing conflicts of interest. For citizens, this means potentially more independent decisions made by Congress, less susceptible to pressure from former officials.
Key points
The lobbying ban for former Senators is extended from 2 years to 6 years after leaving office.
The lobbying ban for former Members of the House of Representatives is extended from 1 year to 3 years after leaving office.
The changes apply to any individual who leaves office on or after the enactment date, strengthening ethics in Congress.
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Expired
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