Demagogue

Awww, no more free dinners or golfing in Scotland on a lobbyists' dime.

House Republicans moved to seize the initiative for ethics reform Tuesday with a comprehensive package of changes, including the banning of privately sponsored travel like that arranged by convicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff.

The package also includes a virtual ban on gifts, except for inconsequential items like baseball caps, and a provision that will affect few people: elimination of congressional pensions for anyone convicted of a felony related to official duties.
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One important part of the GOP plan would increase - from one year to two years - the waiting period before former lawmakers and senior staff members could lobby Congress.

The plan also includes enhanced disclosure of lobbying contacts and spending.
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The ban on lobbyist gifts would include meals and tickets to sporting or entertainment events as well as travel, according to officials familiar with the proposals.