H.R. 1740 — Introduced in House

I 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1740 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 13, 2015 Mr. Blum introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit former Members of Congress from lobbying Members, officers, or employees of Congress. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the No Golden Parachutes for Public Service Act. 2. Prohibition against lobbying of Congress by former Members (a) Senators Section 207(e)(1)(A) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by striking within 2 years. (b) Members and Officers of the House of Representatives Section 207(e)(1)(B)(i) of such title is amended by striking within 1 year. 3. Effective date The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to individuals who leave office on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.