House Passes Stock-Trading Restrictions; Senate Path Unclear
The House passed H.R. 7008 on July 22. The GOP-led bill would restrict new stock purchases by lawmakers and require advance notice before covered sales.
Government Ethics
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Chula Vista Halts Charter Package; Pay Raises Removed From Proposal
Chula Vista halted a proposed November charter package on July 21, removing council pay raises while sending term-limit and ethics ideas back for review.
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Chula Vista City Council advances charter measure for Nov. 2026 ballot
Chula Vista City Council advanced a charter measure for the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot: council pay minimum $110,127, longer terms, new ethics rules, and binding arbitration.
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Colorado Springs mayor signs new vehicle rules as council weighs tighter limits
Colorado Springs CO – A new city regulation tightens rules for vehicles and protective detail, while council members consider whether to go further.