Stop Lawmakers From Predicting Act
To amend chapter 131 of title 5, United States Code, to restrict Members of Congress and their spouses and dependents from profiting off prediction markets, and for other purposes.
HB9367, known as the Stop Lawmakers From Predicting Act, aims to change federal law to prevent Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependents from making financial gains through prediction markets. This type of market allows individuals to bet on the outcomes of events, including political ones. The bill seeks to ensure that lawmakers are not influenced by the potential to profit from their decisions.
If passed, this bill would affect all current and future Members of Congress, along with their immediate family members. By restricting them from participating in prediction markets, the bill aims to eliminate any conflicts of interest and maintain public trust in government. The potential for lawmakers to profit from their positions could be seen as unethical or even illegal, depending on the specifics of the prediction market and the information at hand.
The bill was introduced on June 18, 2026, and was referred to the House Committee on House Administration. On June 24, 2026, the committee held a mark-up session and voted 5-4 to report the bill with amendments. As of now, the bill has moved forward in the legislative process, but further steps and actions are pending.
