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Ban on lobbying for former Congress members and restricted privileges

This bill aims to prohibit former Senators, House Members, and elected Congressional officers from lobbying Congress after leaving office. Additionally, former House Members will lose access to several privileges, such as access to the House floor or parking spaces, unless such benefits are made available to members of the public.
Key points
A ban on lobbying Congress for former members and elected officers of Congress after leaving office.
Restriction of privileges for former House Members, including loss of access to special facilities (e.g., parking, athletic facilities, Members' Dining Room).
The changes apply to individuals who leave office on or after the date the Act is enacted.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2486
Sponsor: Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]
Process start date: 2023-04-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Closing the Congressional Revolving Door Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2486.

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 2023-04-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A ban on lobbying Congress for former members and elected officers of Congress after leaving office.
  • Restriction of privileges for former House Members, including loss of access to special facilities (e.g., parking, athletic facilities, Members' Dining Room).
  • The changes apply to individuals who leave office on or after the date the Act is enacted.
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. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Government Operations and Politics