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Vern Buchanan: Washington is failing the American people. Our leaders need to be held to the highest standard, and that means obeying…

On the recordFebruary 2, 2012
Washington is failing the American people. Our leaders need to be held to the highest standard, and that means obeying the same laws that everyone else has to live under. I'm pleased to report progress on an important bill that I cosponsored; it's called the STOCK Act. It would prohibit inside trading by any Member of Congress. This bill is now starting to move in the Senate, and I intend to fight to ensure its swift passage. No one in government should profit from private information obtained through their position. Serving the people is a privilege and it's an honor, not an opportunity for personal gain. ____________________
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Vern Buchanan
Republican · Florida
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Feb 2, 2012

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