Number: RL33047
Title: Restrictions on the Accesptance of "Officially Connected" Travel Expenses From Private Sources Under House and Senate Rules
Authors: Jack Maskell, American Law Division 
Abstract: This report discusses the statutory and congressional rule structure under which Members of the House and Senate, under an exception to the gift Rules, may generally accept from some private sources , other than registered lobbyists or registered foreign agents , necessary travel expenses, including transportation, food and lodging, for travel "in connection with" their official duties, such as for factfinding trips, conferences or symposia, under certain circumstances and limitations.
Pages: 13
Date: August 24, 2005