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US HRes181

US HRes181
Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution


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Introduced
03/01/2021
In Committee
03/01/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit Members of the House from serving on the boards of for-profit entities..

AI Summary

This Resolution, titled the "Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution," amends the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit Members of the House, including Delegates and the Resident Commissioner, from serving on the board of directors of any for-profit entity, which is a company that aims to make a profit. This change is made by adding a new rule that specifically forbids such service, while also renumbering existing rules to accommodate this new provision. The purpose of this resolution is to enhance the integrity of the democratic process by preventing potential conflicts of interest that could arise from lawmakers holding positions on corporate boards.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Ethics. (on 03/01/2021)

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