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House Res.HRES 665Congress

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1908) to prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children, and for other purposes.

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This bill matters because it addresses long-standing concerns about potential conflicts of interest and insider trading by members of Congress. When lawmakers and their families trade individual stocks, especially in industries they oversee or legislate, it can create the appearance, or reality, that they are using privileged information or their position for personal financial gain. This erodes public trust in government.

If this bill becomes law, it would significantly change how elected officials and their families manage their investments, making it illegal to directly own or trade specific company stocks. If it doesn't pass, the current rules, which allow such trading but require disclosure, would remain in place. Voters care about this because it touches on government ethics and fairness, ensuring that those in power are accountable and not enriching themselves through their public service.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Prohibits Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from owning or trading individual stocks, bonds, commodities, futures, derivatives, and interests in hedge funds.

This provision directly addresses concerns about insider trading and conflicts of interest, aiming to prevent elected officials from profiting from their unique positions.

PROVISION 02

Requires current members and their families to sell off prohibited assets within 180 days (or 2 years for certain complex investments) and new members to do so after taking office.

This creates a clear timeline for compliance, ensuring that those affected quickly adjust their financial holdings to meet the new ethical standards.

PROVISION 03

Allows exceptions for widely held and diversified investment funds (like mutual funds), U.S. Treasury securities, certain small business interests, spouse's primary job compensation, and assets in qualified blind trusts.

These exceptions ensure that the prohibition is targeted at direct conflicts of interest while still allowing for responsible, diversified investment and spousal employment.

PROVISION 04

Establishes civil penalties of up to $100,000 per violation or 10% of the asset value for non-compliance.

This provision provides a tangible enforcement mechanism, aiming to deter violations and ensure adherence to the new trading rules.

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AUG 29

Submitted in House

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AUG 29

Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Resolution

NumberHRES 665

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedAug 29, 2025

Last actionAug 29, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED AUG 29, 2025

House Res.HRES 665Congress

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1908) to prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children, and for other purposes.

INTRODUCED AUG 29, 2025· LAST ACTION AUG 29, 2025

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Introduced

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Passed House

Passed Senate

Conference

To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Prohibits Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from owning or trading individual stocks, bonds, commodities, futures, derivatives, and interests in hedge funds.

This provision directly addresses concerns about insider trading and conflicts of interest, aiming to prevent elected officials from profiting from their unique positions.

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Requires current members and their families to sell off prohibited assets within 180 days (or 2 years for certain complex investments) and new members to do so after taking office.

This creates a clear timeline for compliance, ensuring that those affected quickly adjust their financial holdings to meet the new ethical standards.

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These exceptions ensure that the prohibition is targeted at direct conflicts of interest while still allowing for responsible, diversified investment and spousal employment.

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Establishes civil penalties of up to $100,000 per violation or 10% of the asset value for non-compliance.

This provision provides a tangible enforcement mechanism, aiming to deter violations and ensure adherence to the new trading rules.

DEADLINES & DATES

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180 days after the date of enactment

Divestment of most prohibited assets for current Members of Congress and their families.

2 years after the date of enactment

Divestment of certain complex prohibited assets (e.g., hedge funds, venture capital) for current Members of Congress and their families.

180 days after the individual becomes a Member or family member

Divestment of most prohibited assets for individuals who become Members of Congress or their families after enactment.

2 years after the individual becomes a Member or family member

Divestment of certain complex prohibited assets for individuals who become Members of Congress or their families after enactment.

180 days after receiving the asset

Divestment of prohibited assets received (e.g., inheritance) while serving as a Member of Congress or family member.

PENALTIES & ENFORCEMENT

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TYPE	AMOUNT	WHO
civil	Not more than $100,000 for each violation or 10 percent of the most recent combined value of each stock, bond, commodity, future, or other form of security involved.	Any Member of Congress or spouse or dependent child of a Member of Congress who engages in conduct constituting a violation.

GLOSSARY

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Resolution: A formal expression of opinion or will by a legislative body, often used to establish rules for debating other bills rather than creating new laws directly.
Points of Order: Objections raised by a legislator that a rule of the chamber (like the House of Representatives) is being violated during a debate or legislative process.
Waived: Set aside or disregarded, meaning that certain rules or objections will not apply in a specific situation.
Previous Question: A motion in the House of Representatives that, if adopted, ends debate on a bill or amendment and forces an immediate vote on the measure.
Motion to Recommit: A motion in the House of Representatives that, if passed, sends a bill back to the committee that reported it, often with instructions to make a specific change.
Divestment: The act of selling off assets or investments, typically to comply with new regulations or ethical standards.
Widely Held Investment Fund: An investment fund, like a mutual fund or exchange-traded fund, that has many different investors and typically holds a broad range of securities, making it less prone to individual conflicts of interest.

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Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1908) to prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children, and for other purposes.

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