HR7231Referred to Committee

Lobbyist Loophole Closure Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-01-22
Introduced
5
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Delia C. Ramirez
Delia C. Ramirez
Democrat · IL · Representative
Votes with party: 95.6% (525 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (5)

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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

2026-01-22

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would close legal gaps that allow certain people who influence government policy to avoid registering as lobbyists, making it harder for them to operate behind the scenes without public disclosure. The changes would likely require more people who are paid to persuade lawmakers to officially register and report who they work for and how much they spend, giving voters and watchdog groups better visibility into who is trying to influence Congress. The bill affects lobbying firms, their clients, and anyone paid to advocate for specific policies in Washington.

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Government Operations and Politics
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