TRUST in Congress Act

# TRUST in Congress Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The TRUST in Congress Act would require members of Congress, along with their spouses and dependent children, to place their investments into "blind trusts" while serving in office. A blind trust is a financial arrangement where an independent trustee manages investments on someone's behalf without revealing what those investments are—the idea being that politicians won't know what they own, so they can't make decisions to benefit their personal finances. These restrictions would continue for 180 days after a member leaves Congress. **Who It Affects and Why** This bill targets federal legislators and their immediate families.

The goal is to prevent conflicts of interest—situations where members of Congress might pass laws or make votes that benefit their personal investments rather than serving the public interest. Currently, members must disclose their financial holdings but can still actively manage them while in office. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Seth Magaziner (D-RI) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.