H.R. 2438 would amend title 18, United States Code, to deter public corruption.

== Detailed Summary ==

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(Log in to editClean Up Government Act of 2007 - Amends the wikifederal criminal code to: (1) expand mail and bewire fraud prohibitions to include fraudulent use of the firstmails or wire to provide a detailed summaryobtain any thing of value (currently, limited to money or property); (2) expand venue for prosecutions of federal offenses; (3) increase prison terms for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds and for bribery of public officials and witnesses; (4) include theft of District of Columbia property in the bill!)federal crime of stealing public money, property or records; and (5) expand the definition of &quot;official act&quot; for purposes of the crime of bribery of public officials and witnesses.

Directs the U.S. Sentencing Commission to review and amend its guidelines and policy statements to reflect congressional intent to increase penalties for public corruption.
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== Status of the Legislation ==

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Latest Major Action: 6/25/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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== Points in Favor ==

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