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In the State of the Union Address, President Trump Called for Passage of the ‘Stop Insider Trading Act.” What Would it Do and is it Enough?

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

During the State of the Union Address, President Trump called for passage of the H.R. 7008, the “Stop Insider Trading Act,” which brought rare bipartisan applause. Good government groups are skeptical. What would it do?

Bipartisan Bill Introduced Banning Members of Congress from Owning or Trading Individual Stocks and Bonds, but Gives Tax Benefits to Them, Too

September 16, 2025September 16, 2025

A bipartisan bill banning members of Congress from owning or trading individual stocks has been introduced in the U.S. House. It appears the reform could pass, due in no small part to a tax break sweetener just for members.

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In the State of the Union Address, President Trump Called for Passage of the ‘Stop Insider Trading Act.” What Would it Do and is it Enough?

Bipartisan Bill Introduced Banning Members of Congress from Owning or Trading Individual Stocks and Bonds, but Gives Tax Benefits to Them, Too