HR. 7008Introduced
Stop Insider Trading Act
Prohibits Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children from buying covered stocks while requiring advance public notice before they sell them
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Prohibits Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children from buying covered stocks while requiring advance public notice before they sell them
Key points
- Require advance sale notice
- Require sale of improper purchases
- Prohibit covered stock purchases
- Assess fees for violations
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2026-08-06 — Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 548.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
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