United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

HR 53 — To amend title 18, United States Code, to increase from 1 to 2 years the post employment restrictions on Members of the House of Representatives.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

Amends the federal criminal code to increase from one year to two years after leaving office the period during which former Members of the House of Representatives may not engage in certain lobbying activities.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations.

  2. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution And Civil Justice.

  3. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 53 do?
Amends the federal criminal code to increase from one year to two years after leaving office the period during which former Members of the House of Representatives may not engage in certain lobbying activities.
Who sponsors HR 53?
HR 53 is sponsored by Michael Fitzpatrick (R).
What is the current status of HR 53?
This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 53?
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