The RUBIO Act blocks the Secretary of State from serving in or performing the duties of any other federal position. If the Secretary breaks the rule, federal funds for their salary and expenses get cut off. There are no exceptions, even for temporary or emergency roles.
Modern Action explains what the legislation does, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
RUBIO Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Latest action on H.R. 3528: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who this affects: This bill directly affects the Secretary of State and any president who might want to assign the Secretary additional federal duties. It could also have indirect effects on how the executive branch handles emergencies or leadership vacancies, since the Secretary would be barred from stepping into other roles even temporarily.
Why this matters: The Secretary of State is one of the most powerful positions in the U.S. government, responsible for managing all foreign relations. This bill would draw a hard line around that job, preventing any overlap with other federal roles. Whether that is a smart safeguard or a dangerous limitation depends on how often presidents need flexibility in assigning duties — and whether you think existing ethics rules are enough.
You do not have to start with a blank letter. Modern Action turns the bill, your position, and the relevant congressional context into a message you can edit and send. The goal is to make contacting Congress clear, specific, and useful without forcing you to parse bill text or figure out the right office on your own.
Officially: RUBIO Act
The RUBIO Act blocks the Secretary of State from serving in or performing the duties of any other federal position. If the Secretary breaks the rule, federal funds for their salary and expenses get cut off. There are no exceptions, even for temporary or emergency roles.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR3528. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (5/21/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to RUBIO Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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You are not starting from a blank form. Modern Action drafts the message around HR3528, your stance, and the reasons you choose, then lets you edit and send when ready.
