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Congressional Foreign Entanglement Disclosure and Reduction Act

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2512

Bill 118 hr 2512, also known as the Congressional Foreign Entanglement Disclosure and Reduction Act, aims to address the issue of foreign influence in US politics. The bill requires members of Congress to disclose any financial or business ties they have with foreign governments, entities, or individuals. This includes any investments, gifts, or payments received from foreign sources.

The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability among lawmakers, ensuring that they are not unduly influenced by foreign interests. By requiring disclosure of these relationships, the bill seeks to reduce the potential for conflicts of interest and ensure that decisions made by Congress are in the best interest of the American people.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the establishment of a bipartisan committee to review and investigate any potential violations of the disclosure requirements. This committee would have the authority to recommend disciplinary action for lawmakers found to be in violation of the law. Overall, the Congressional Foreign Entanglement Disclosure and Reduction Act is a step towards ensuring that members of Congress are acting in the best interest of their constituents and not being swayed by foreign interests. It promotes transparency and accountability in government, ultimately strengthening the integrity of the US political system.

Congressional Summary of HR 2512

Congressional Foreign Entanglement Disclosure and Reduction Act

This bill expands financial disclosure reporting provisions to require each Member of Congress to report any business ties that the Member, or the Member's immediate family, has with a foreign entity.

Current Status of Bill HR 2512

Bill HR 2512 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 6, 2023. Bill HR 2512 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2023.  Bill HR 2512's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of April 6, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2512

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2512

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2512

Congressional Foreign Entanglement Disclosure and Reduction Act
Congressional Foreign Entanglement Disclosure and Reduction Act
To amend title 5, United States Code, to require Members of Congress to disclose business ties with foreign entities, and for other purposes.

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