DOJProposed Rule
Amending and Clarifying Foreign Agents Registration Act Regulations
OtherFinance & BankingLabor & Workplace
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Summary
The Department of Justice is updating rules about who must register as a foreign agent—meaning people or organizations working on behalf of foreign governments or political parties. These changes aim to clarify which activities require registration and make the rules easier to understand and follow.
Key Points
- 1The regulation clarifies what counts as working for a foreign government and when registration with the DOJ is required
- 2It affects lobbyists, PR firms, lawyers, consultants, and other professionals who work for foreign clients
- 3The changes are meant to make the rules clearer so people know exactly when they need to register
- 4The public has until March 4, 2025 to submit comments and feedback on the proposed changes
- 5These rules help ensure transparency about foreign influence efforts in the United States
Key Dates
Published
January 2, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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