I understand that there is a bill at the desk from Senator Merkley, and I ask for its first reading. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will read the bill by title. A bill (S. 1668), a bill to amend Chapter 131 title 5, United States Code, to prohibit the President, Vice President, Members of Congress, and individuals appointed to Senate-confirmed positions from issuing, sponsoring, endorsing certain financial instruments, and for other purposes.
John Barrasso: “I understand that there is a bill at the desk from Senator Merkley, and I ask for its first reading. The PRESIDING…”
On the recordMay 7, 2025
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