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HUMBLE Act: Curbing Former Members' Lobbying and Benefits

This bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability within Congress. It prohibits former members from lobbying, restricts their post-office benefits, and introduces financial penalties for delays in electing a House Speaker. The goal is to reduce the influence of private interests on legislation and improve the management of public funds.
Key points
Former Members of Congress will be prohibited from lobbying Congress after leaving office, aiming to reduce their influence on legislative decisions.
Members of Congress and legislative branch employees must use coach-class for official air travel, intended to cut public spending.
Pay for House Representatives will be reduced if a Speaker is not elected on the first day of a Congress, encouraging quicker decision-making.
Former House Members will lose access to certain privileges, like the House floor and athletic facilities, aiming to equalize them with other citizens.
House Members will be prohibited from owning individual stocks and serving on for-profit boards, to prevent conflicts of interest.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_507
Sponsor: Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HUMBLE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_507.

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 2023-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Former Members of Congress will be prohibited from lobbying Congress after leaving office, aiming to reduce their influence on legislative decisions.
  • Members of Congress and legislative branch employees must use coach-class for official air travel, intended to cut public spending.
  • Pay for House Representatives will be reduced if a Speaker is not elected on the first day of a Congress, encouraging quicker decision-making.
  • Former House Members will lose access to certain privileges, like the House floor and athletic facilities, aiming to equalize them with other citizens.
  • House Members will be prohibited from owning individual stocks and serving on for-profit boards, to prevent conflicts of interest.
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 2025-12-25.

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