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House Rules committee holds HR 6 to refine lobbyist-ethics and badge rules after access concerns

House Rules Standing Committee · February 12, 2026
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Summary

The committee voted to hold House Resolution 6 so the sponsor can revise language after members and public commenters raised questions about how volunteer lobbyists and badge restrictions might affect public access to the House floor.

The House Rules Standing Committee on Feb. 12 voted to hold House Resolution 6 (lobbyist ethics amendments) so the sponsor can return with revised language. Representative Romero said the measure aims to prevent unauthorized individuals from using legislators’ or spouses’ badges, occupying staff-only spaces, or influencing prioritization of legislation, especially when the same non-staff person is present daily.

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