S.2132

CLEAR Path Act Conflict-free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions Path Act

Chamber Passed·4/22/26

The CLEAR Path Act amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to impose extended post-employment restrictions on officials in.

The CLEAR Path Act amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to impose extended post-employment restrictions on officials in Senate-confirmed positions. These restrictions apply to any person who knowingly represents, aids, or advises a foreign governmental entity of a country of concern before an officer or employee of the executive branch. The bill also allows the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Attorney General, to propose the addition or deletion of countries described in the definition of "country of concern." The restrictions apply only to persons appointed.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · Apr 22
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

DDD
3
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jan 15

9:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Jan 8

10:15 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 22

Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

Apr 22

House

Received in the House.

Apr 22

House

Held at the desk.