House Speaker Dennis Hastert R-IL is seeking an overhaul of lobbying ethics rules after the Abramoff scandal. Rep. David Dreier, R-CA, who is leading the effort, said one of the proposed changes is a total ban on privately funded congressional trips. Dreier also stated he wanted to deal with lawmakers who become lobbyists after leaving office.
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
An End To The Lavish Trips?
House Speaker Dennis Hastert R-IL is seeking an overhaul of lobbying ethics rules after the Abramoff scandal. Rep. David Dreier, R-CA, who is leading the effort, said one of the proposed changes is a total ban on privately funded congressional trips. Dreier also stated he wanted to deal with lawmakers who become lobbyists after leaving office.
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