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Ex-Rep. Robert Pittenger becomes first-time lobbyist

Posted by Keturah Hetrick on Feb. 20, 2024

Former Rep. Robert Pittenger (R-N.C.) is the latest ex-member to make his first pass through the revolving door.

Pittenger is lobbying on behalf of quantum-computing firm Quantinuum, per a recent filing. His work began at the beginning of the month and focuses on unspecified "quantum computing" issues.

Pittenger, who served in the House from 2013-2019, is well past the one-year "cooling-off" period required of former members from the time they leave Congress before they are permitted to lobby the House or Senate. Although the rule does not extend to lobbying the executive branch, members-turned-lobbyists frequently begin their lobbying work about a year after leaving office.