1. United States
2. Ill.
3. Letter

I am writing to urge you to support two reforms that have broad bipartisan backing among voters: term limits for members of Congress and a ban on stock trading by federal legislators. Representative Anna Paulina Luna has introduced legislation to end Congressional insider trading, addressing a practice where members of Congress access information not covered by existing insider trading laws. This creates an unfair advantage that erodes public trust. Representative Kathy Castor has also voiced support for a ban on stock trading by members of Congress and the executive branch, citing concerns about officials benefiting from market manipulation. When elected officials can profit from information they gain through their positions, it undermines the integrity of our democratic institutions. On term limits, Florida voters actually supported Congressional term limits in the early 1990s, but the U.S. Supreme Court ruled five to four in Thornton that state-imposed limits were not allowed. Currently, 12 states including Florida have certified support for a constitutional amendment establishing term limits, with 34 states needed to trigger the amendment process. Term limits encourage officials to focus on accomplishing meaningful goals during a defined period rather than prioritizing reelection and career longevity. These are not partisan issues. Polling consistently shows that Americans across the political spectrum support both measures. In an era of deep political division where legislative progress often stalls, these reforms represent rare common ground. They address fundamental questions about accountability and fairness that resonate with voters regardless of party affiliation. I ask that you publicly support a ban on Congressional stock trading and advocate for term limits through the constitutional amendment process. These reforms would demonstrate a commitment to serving constituents rather than personal interests and would help restore faith in Congress as an institution. When so little seems to get done in Washington, passing legislation with overwhelming public support should be a priority.