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New Restrictions on Former Officials and Lobbyists: Increased Transparency

This act introduces stricter rules for former members of Congress and their staff to limit their lobbying activities. The goal is to increase transparency and reduce the influence of private interests on political decisions, potentially impacting public trust in government.
Key points
Lifetime ban on lobbying for former Members of Congress on matters where they seek action from Congress.
Extension of the lobbying ban for Congressional staff from 1 year to 6 years after leaving employment.
Prohibition on Congress hiring former lobbyists and foreign agents for 6 years if they had substantial lobbying contact.
Creation of an easily searchable, joint website (lobbyists.gov) for lobbyist disclosure information.
Increased financial penalties for lobbying violations, raised from $200,000 to $500,000.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1850
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2025-05-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Close the Revolving Door Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1850.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Lifetime ban on lobbying for former Members of Congress on matters where they seek action from Congress.
  • Extension of the lobbying ban for Congressional staff from 1 year to 6 years after leaving employment.
  • Prohibition on Congress hiring former lobbyists and foreign agents for 6 years if they had substantial lobbying contact.
  • Creation of an easily searchable, joint website (lobbyists.gov) for lobbyist disclosure information.
  • Increased financial penalties for lobbying violations, raised from $200,000 to $500,000.
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 Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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