Bill > HR3528

This bill, known as the RUBIO Act (Reaffirming Unified Boundaries for Integrity and Oversight Act), establishes a clear prohibition preventing the Secretary of State from simultaneously holding or performing duties for any other federal position. The legislation specifically mandates that if the Secretary of State attempts to take on responsibilities from another federal role, no federal funds can be used to pay their salary or cover their expenses. This provision appears designed to ensure that the Secretary of State focuses exclusively on the duties of their primary position and prevents potential conflicts of interest or divided attention that might arise from serving in multiple federal roles simultaneously. The bill aims to maintain the integrity of the Secretary of State's role by enforcing a singular focus on their core responsibilities within the U.S. State Department.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3528/all-info