Stricter Rules and Transparency for Retired Officers Working for Foreign Governments.
This law tightens restrictions on retired military personnel and reservists seeking employment or compensation from foreign governments, including payments received indirectly through private entities. It mandates a 30-month waiting period for individuals with access to classified information before seeking such approval, aiming to protect national security. The legislation also introduces severe civil penalties for violations and establishes a public database for transparency regarding approved foreign employment.
Key points
30-Month Ban: Retired service members who had access to classified information must wait 30 months before seeking approval for employment by a foreign government (exceptions apply for key allies like the UK and Canada).
Public Transparency: A new public online database will be created, allowing citizens to search and view details of approved foreign employment, including the compensation received by former officers.
Severe Penalties: Violations can result in civil fines up to $100,000 and a 5-year ban on federal employment, federal contracts, and access to classified information.
Active Duty Prohibition: Active duty military members are now explicitly banned from negotiating future employment or compensation with foreign governments.
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