HR 7689
Gifts for Officials, Legislators and Delegate (GOLD) Standard Act of 2024
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This bill, the Gifts for Officials, Legislators, and Delegates (GOLD) Standard Act of 2024, aims to clarify the definition of what constitutes an ‘official act’ under U.S. law regarding bribery. Specifically, it expands the definition to include a broader range of actions taken by public officials, such as recommendations and investigations. The goal is to strengthen the prohibition against bribery by ensuring that more actions taken by officials are considered potential instances of bribery. This clarifies the scope of prohibited gifts and influence.
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