Bill Would Prevent Lawmakers from Becoming Lobbyists

“Congress members would be permanently banned from becoming lobbyists after they leave office under a new bipartisan bill,” CNBC reports.

“The legislation would not only ban senators and U.S. House members from being registered lobbyists, but would also prevent then from being compensated for trying to influence lawmakers and staff on behalf of companies or groups — closing a loophole that would allow former lawmakers to lobby without being a registered lobbyist.”