Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act of 2017

Bill 115 s 577, also known as the Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act of 2017, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the US Congress. The bill requires all members of Congress to disclose any financial transactions they make within 30 days of the transaction. This includes purchases, sales, and exchanges of stocks, bonds, and other securities.

Additionally, the bill requires members of Congress to disclose any gifts they receive that are valued at more than $50. This is to ensure that there is transparency in the relationships between lawmakers and outside entities.

The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act of 2017 also requires members of Congress to disclose any travel they take that is paid for by outside entities. This is to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure that lawmakers are not unduly influenced by outside parties. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the US Congress by requiring lawmakers to disclose their financial transactions, gifts, and travel. This will help to ensure that lawmakers are acting in the best interests of the American people and not for personal gain.