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House Passes Kim’s Resolution to Expand Earmark Disclosures

By Drooid · Sep 21, 2026, 3:51 PM UTC · How we work

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Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) introduced the Stop Congressional Self-Enrichment Resolution to broaden earmark disclosures.
The House passed GOP-led rules in July restricting lawmakers’ stock purchases and requiring notice before sales.
Kim’s bill would require members to certify spouses and immediate family have no financial interests in earmarked projects.
Kim warned earmarks could raise property values for members, spouses or children, indirectly enriching them.

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Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) introduced the Stop Congressional Self-Enrichment Resolution to broaden earmark disclosures.
The House passed GOP-led rules in July restricting lawmakers’ stock purchases and requiring notice before sales.
Kim’s bill would require members to certify spouses and immediate family have no financial interests in earmarked projects.
Kim warned earmarks could raise property values for members, spouses or children, indirectly enriching them.