The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Sept. 17, 2025

Bipartisan Bill Introduced Banning Members of Congress from Owning or Trading Individual Stocks and Bonds, but Gives Tax Benefits to Them, Too
A bipartisan bill banning members of Congress from owning or trading individual stocks has been introduced in the U.S. House. It appears the reform could pass, due in no small part to a tax break sweetener just for members.

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Today’s Links

Articles & Resources:

Brennan Center for Justice - Congressional Stock Trading, Explained
The Hill - GOP, Democratic lawmakers to unveil new stock trading ban bill
U.S. Congress - H. R. 5106 “Restore Trust in Congress Act”
Univ. of Maryland School of Public Policy - (2023) Ban on Stock Trading for Members of Congress Favored by Overwhelming Bipartisan Majority
Forbes - Restore Trust In Congress Act—Missteps And Mistakes
Quiver Quantitative - Congress Live Net Worth Tracker

Groups Taking Action:

Issue One, Represent.Us, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW)

Register or Check Your Voter Registration:

U.S. Election Assistance Commission – How to Register And Vote in Your State

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