OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Retirement Forfeiture for Members of Congress Turned Foreign Lobbyists Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2517.
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:
- Former Members of Congress and senior Congressional employees will lose federal retirement and other benefits if they become foreign lobbyists.
- This includes benefits from Civil Service Retirement System, Federal Employees Retirement System, Thrift Savings Plan, and federal health and life insurance programs.
- The law applies to individuals who leave Congress or their positions after the bill's enactment and subsequently work as foreign lobbyists.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Posey, Bill [R-FL-8].
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 2025-12-24.
What is the impact of this bill?
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