Bill · H.R. 4175· House(119-HR-4175)
No Gratuities for Governing Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 6/26/2025
- Last activity
- 6/26/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Daniel Goldman
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "No Gratuities for Governing Act of 2025," aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code. It specifically targets the offense of illegal gratuities regarding programs that receive Federal funds. The legislation seeks to clarify and update the rules surrounding these offenses. It includes changes to sentencing and the description of specific circumstances that constitute a crime.
Yes
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
The bill aims to prevent corruption by targeting illegal gratuities to government agents.
Does this shorten or soften prison sentences?+5
The bill increases maximum prison time for certain illegal gratuity offenses, which increases criminal penalties.
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill expands federal criminal jurisdiction and penalties regarding illegal gratuities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Penalties for Violations: Under Section 2, subsection (a), the bill increases the maximum prison time from 10 years to 15 years. This could serve as a stronger deterrent for those considering illegal acts.
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New Definitions for Illegal Gratuities: Section 2, subsection (b) establishes specific rules against giving, offering, or promising things of value worth $1,000 or more to agents of various government entities or organizations. This is tied to official acts involving transactions of $5,000 or more, which may help prevent corruption in government business and transactions.
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Accountability for Government Agents: Section 2, subsection (b)(2) creates a provision for agents who demand, seek, receive, or accept things of value of $1,000 or more for official acts. This aims to hold agents of organizations, State, local, or Indian Tribal governments accountable for their personal actions during official transactions.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- New Criminal Penalties: Section 2, subsection (b) specifies that those found in violation of the new rules can be fined or imprisoned for not more than 2 years. This establishes a specific legal consequence for the conduct described in the new subsection.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increases Federal Power+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Criminal Sentencing Reform+5
- 4/2/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/26/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/26/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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