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CLEAR Path Act

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Overview

The CLEAR Path Act amends existing law to strengthen restrictions on former government officials, particularly those in Senate-confirmed positions, who may engage in activities that could create conflicts of interest after leaving their roles. Specifically, it expands post-employment restrictions for officials serving in positions related to ‘countries of concern’ and clarifies definitions related to foreign governmental entities and representation. The Act also establishes a mechanism for Congress to modify the list of ‘countries of concern’ through a specific joint resolution process.

Key provisions

Expands post-employment restrictions for Senate-confirmed officials to include representation of ‘countries of concern’ after leaving government service.
Defines ‘country of concern’ and ‘foreign governmental entity’ for the purpose of these restrictions.
Requires agencies to provide notice of post-employment restrictions to officials upon appointment and termination.
Establishes a 5-year sunset provision for the expanded restrictions.
Creates a process for Congress to modify the list of ‘countries of concern’ through a joint resolution.
Clarifies that representation by an attorney does not constitute ‘representing’ a foreign entity.
Defines ‘Senate-confirmed position’ to ensure clarity.
Includes a conforming amendment to the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956.

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Legislative history

11 recorded actions

Jun 18, 2025Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Jun 18, 2025

Introduced in Senate

Jan 15, 2026Senate

Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Jan 28, 2026Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 305.

Jan 28, 2026Senate

Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

Jan 28, 2026

Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

Apr 21, 2026Senate

Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1854; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S1854-1855)

Apr 21, 2026

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.

Apr 22, 2026House

Held at the desk.

Apr 22, 2026House

Received in the House.

Apr 22, 2026Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

Votes

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4/21/2026SenateVoice vote
Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1854; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S1854-1855)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
4/21/2026Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.
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Passage without roll call

Apr 21, 2026SenateVoice vote
Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1854; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S1854-1855)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
Apr 21, 2026Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.
No roll-call vote on record for this action.

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CLEAR Path Act

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