To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide post-employment limits for attorneys of the United States, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by Scanlon, Mary Gay (Democrat-PA-5) · House · Introduced May 15, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would amend federal law to restrict the post-employment activities of government attorneys (such as those working for the Department of Justice). It aims to limit when and how these attorneys can work for private clients or organizations after leaving government service.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
May 15, 2026
In Committee
May 15, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Scanlon, Mary Gay
Independent · PA-5
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