US House approves joint measure to curb Congress’ stock trading, require voter ID

The US House passed a joint measure to restrict stock trading by Congress and require voter ID, sponsored by Rep. Bryan Steil. The bill, which includes penalties for insider trading and strict voter ID provisions, passed with all Republicans and 13 Democrats, but faces challenges in the Senate requiring 60 votes. The voter ID section drew criticism for removing a grant provision and being stricter than existing state laws.