Protect Against Unlawful Lobbying (PAUL) Act of 2021

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Explore the details of House Bill 1419 Protect Against Unlawful Lobbying (PAUL) Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1419

The Protect Against Unlawful Lobbying (PAUL) Act of 2021, also known as Bill 117 hr 1419, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues related to lobbying practices. The main goal of the bill is to increase transparency and accountability in the lobbying process, in order to prevent undue influence on government decision-making.

The PAUL Act includes several key provisions. One of the main components of the bill is the requirement for lobbyists to disclose any contributions or gifts they provide to government officials. This is intended to prevent lobbyists from using gifts or other forms of influence to sway decision-making in their favor.

Additionally, the PAUL Act seeks to increase transparency by requiring lobbyists to disclose any meetings or communications they have with government officials. This information would be made publicly available in a searchable database, allowing for greater scrutiny of lobbying activities. The bill also includes provisions aimed at preventing conflicts of interest among government officials. For example, it prohibits former government officials from lobbying on behalf of foreign governments for a certain period of time after leaving office. Overall, the PAUL Act of 2021 is designed to promote ethical behavior and accountability in the lobbying process, in order to ensure that government decisions are made in the best interests of the public.

Congressional Summary of HR 1419

Protect Against Unlawful Lobbying (PAUL) Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish a separate unit for the investigation and enforcement of provisions requiring registration of foreign agents. It provides DOJ with the authority to impose civil monetary penalties for violations and requires foreign agents to disclose transactions involving things of financial value conferred on officeholders by foreign principals.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1419

Bill HR 1419 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2021. Bill HR 1419 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2021. Bill HR 1419's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of April 28, 2021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1419

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Government Operations and Politics

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Civil actions and liabilityDepartment of JusticeExecutive agency funding and structureFederal officialsGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesPublic participation and lobbying

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1419

Protect Against Unlawful Lobbying (PAUL) Act of 2021To amend the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938 to establish a separate unit within the Department of Justice for the investigation and enforcement of such Act, to provide the Attorney General with the authority to impose civil money penalties for violations of such Act, and to require agents of foreign principals who are registered under such Act to disclose transactions involving things of financial value conferred on officeholders.Protect Against Unlawful Lobbying (PAUL) Act of 2021

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