PURE Executive Act
The PURE Executive Act extends the period during which former senior federal employees are banned from lobbying to five years, up from the current one or two years. It also imposes a lifetime ban on these individuals lobbying on behalf of foreign governments or entities controlled by foreign powers. These rules apply to high-level officials who leave their government positions on or after the law is enacted. The bill aims to prevent conflicts of interest by restricting how quickly and for whom these officials can work in the private sector after public service.
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Introduction
Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 28, 2026
Last action Apr 28, 2026
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Apr 28, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Apr 28, 2026
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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