Ban Lobbying Careers for Former Congressmen: Support the BLAST Act

The revolving door between Capitol Hill and K Street lets former lawmakers monetize their public service. Current one-to-two-year cooling off periods are a brief pause before former officials cash in on insider connections. The Banning Lobbying And Safeguarding Trust (BLAST) Act, introduced by Senators Warren and Scott, would impose a lifetime ban on lobbying for former members of Congress.

This letter asks your representatives to co-sponsor the BLAST Act and close the loopholes that permit shadow lobbying. Public office should remain a position of trust, not a training ground for private gain.