BLAST Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:05:27Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 88 BLAST Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Congressional Summary of S 88

Banning Lobbying and Safeguarding Trust Act or the BLAST Act

This bill revises the post-employment lobbying ban on former Members and elected officers of Congress.

Specifically, it imposes a permanent ban on lobbying contacts by a former Senator (currently, a two-year ban), a former Member of the House of Representatives (currently, a one-year ban), or a former elected officer of the House or Senate (currently, a one-year ban).

Current Status of Bill S 88

Bill S 88 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 25, 2023. Bill S 88 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 25, 2023. Bill S 88's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 88

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 88

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional officers and employees

- Members of Congress

- Public participation and lobbying

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 88

BLAST Act

Banning Lobbying And Safeguarding Trust Act

A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit former Members and elected officers of Congress from lobbying Congress at any time after leaving office.