#CongressTradingBan

While a comprehensive ban on stock trading by members of Congress isn't yet fully in place, it's a topic of ongoing discussion and legislative efforts. The STOCK Act, passed in 2012, aimed to increase transparency by requiring disclosure of trades. However, concerns about potential conflicts of interest persist, leading to bipartisan bills like the TRUST in Congress Act and the No Corruption in Government Act, which propose stricter measures like mandatory blind trusts or divestment. Recent progress includes a bipartisan bill passing a Senate committee in July 2024, signaling growing momentum for reform.