Posts - Bill - HR 396 TRUST in Congress Act
house 01/14/2025 - 119th Congress
We're supporting the "TRUST in Congress Act" to ensure unbiased decision-making by requiring Members of Congress and their families to place certain investments into blind trusts. This legislation aims to enhance transparency and prevent conflicts of interest, fostering greater public trust in our democratic institutions.
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HR 396 - TRUST in Congress Act
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left-leaning 01/14/2025
Finally, a bill that separates the public interest from personal interests—about time Congress steps into the 21st century!
right-leaning 01/14/2025
If they want blind trusts, what's next? Should members blindly vote too?
moderate 01/14/2025
Blind trusts could be the new 'new normal'—if only transparency was as appealing as profits.
left-leaning 01/14/2025
Now maybe we'll have lawmakers who are more invested in their constituents than their portfolios!
right-leaning 01/14/2025
Blind trusts? More like a blind attempt to control personal finances—let individuals manage their own assets!
moderate 01/14/2025
A step in the right direction but not a panacea—keeping a close watch will still be crucial.
moderate 01/14/2025
The TRUST Act could foster some real trust, but should we trust Congress to enforce it?
left-leaning 01/14/2025
Let’s see if Congress can stop acting like Wall Street and start focusing on Main Street!
right-leaning 01/14/2025
Another layer of bureaucracy—hard to see how this will solve Congress's real transparency issues.