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Introduced
01/08/2019
01/08/2019
In Committee
01/08/2019
01/08/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide a criminal penalty for certain Federal officers and employees using their public office for private gain, and for other purposes. This bill establishes new criminal offenses for the use by a federal officer or employee of his or her public office for private gain. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term, or both.
AI Summary
This bill establishes new criminal offenses for the use by a federal officer or employee of their public office for private gain. It defines a "covered federal officer or employee" as certain high-ranking officials in the executive branch, such as the White House Chief of Staff and National Security Advisor. A violator of these offenses is subject to criminal penalties, including a fine, a prison term, or both. The bill was introduced in response to several recent incidents of alleged misconduct by federal officials using their positions for personal benefit.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 01/08/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/329/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr329/BILLS-116hr329ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr329/BILLS-116hr329ih.pdf.pdf |
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