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Political Reform: Limits for Congress and Supreme Court

This bill aims to increase public trust in government by introducing changes to how Congress and the Supreme Court operate. Citizens can expect greater transparency and less influence from special interest groups on political decisions, leading to better representation of their needs.
Key points
Prohibits campaign contributions from PACs and lobbyists for congressional candidates, and imposes a lifetime lobbying ban for former members of Congress.
Bans stock trading for members of Congress and their families, requiring investments to be placed in a blind trust.
Establishes term limits: 12 years for members of Congress and 18 years for Supreme Court Justices.
Institutes a binding code of ethics for Supreme Court Justices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_200
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]
Process start date: 2025-03-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for a comprehensive political reform plan.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_200.

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 2025-03-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits campaign contributions from PACs and lobbyists for congressional candidates, and imposes a lifetime lobbying ban for former members of Congress.
  • Bans stock trading for members of Congress and their families, requiring investments to be placed in a blind trust.
  • Establishes term limits: 12 years for members of Congress and 18 years for Supreme Court Justices.
  • Institutes a binding code of ethics for Supreme Court Justices.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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