RIGGED Act
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jan 17, 2019)
Relatives in Government Getting Employment Dishonorably Act or the RIGGED Act
This bill revises the restrictions on the employment of relatives to (1) make such restrictions applicable to the White House Office and the Executive Office of the President; and (2) include as a civilian position whose appointment, employment, promotion, or advancement is prohibited one acting in a professional or official capacity as a consultant or advisor, regardless of whether the position is voluntary, gratuitous, or authorized by law to be compensated.
An individual appointed, employed, promoted, or advanced in violation of such restrictions shall be removed immediately.
The bill makes provisions concerning prohibited personnel practices applicable to the White House Office.
What just happenedJan 17, 2019
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJan 17, 2019
- Jan 17, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Oversight and Accountability Committee - Jan 17, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jan 17, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House