H.R.2259 - Stop the Revolving Door in Washington Act

To amend title 18, United States Code, to strengthen the post-employment restrictions for Members of Congress. view all titles (2)

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  • Official: To amend title 18, United States Code, to strengthen the post-employment restrictions for Members of Congress. as introduced.
  • Short: Stop the Revolving Door in Washington Act as introduced.

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5/5/2009--Introduced.Stop the Revolving Door in Washington Act - Amends the federal criminal code regarding the two-year ban on lobbying contacts by former Senators with any member, officer, or employee of either chamber, or employee of any other legislative office. Imposes the two-year lo

Official Summary

5/5/2009--Introduced.Stop the Revolving Door in Washington Act - Amends the federal criminal code regarding the two-year ban on lobbying contacts by former Senators with any member, officer, or employee of either chamber, or employee of any other legislative office. Imposes the two-year lobbying ban on all former Members of Congress. Continues the one-year ban, as under current law, on lobbying contacts by former elected officers of the House of Representatives with any House Member, officer, or employee.

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