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Manchin Removes Ethics Provisions From Democratic Reform Bill

Manchin Removes Ethics Provisions From Democratic Reform Bill

Senate Democrats' Freedom to Vote Act would no longer strengthen conflict of interest rules that prevent members of Congress from working on legislation primarily for their own financial interests.
David Moore Sep 20, 2021
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Once Again Boot Lobbyist Gift Ban From Agenda

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Once Again Boot Lobbyist Gift Ban From Agenda

Lobbyists will continue to be allowed to give Pennsylvania lawmakers unlimited gifts until the legislature takes up gift ban legislation that has stalled for years.
David Moore Sep 16, 2021
Manchin’s Proposal Cuts Campaign Finance and Ethics Reforms From S1

Manchin’s Proposal Cuts Campaign Finance and Ethics Reforms From S1

Joe Manchin seeks to strip the For the People Act of a public campaign financing option, conflict of interest rules, and key criteria for preclearance of election procedures.
David Moore Jun 16, 2021

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