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Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jul 14, 2026
Summary
The bill bars federal judges from receiving any gift worth more than $50 in a single instance or more than $100 in total during a calendar year from any source, unless a specific exemption is met. It targets the conduct of federal judges to strengthen ethical standards and reduce the risk of undue influence. By setting clear monetary limits, the measure aims to increase public confidence in the judiciary.
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