House Republican Bill Would Ban Lawmakers from Betting on Prediction Markets
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Rep. Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) introduced the Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act, a bill that would ban members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from betting on prediction markets tied to legislation, government actions, or election results. The legislation aims to prevent lawmakers from using non-public information for personal financial gain through prediction market wagers.
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The Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act is meant to keep elected officials from cashing in on information they have access to before the public does.
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