Less clear is the House's definition of people with a "direct interest" in legislation who may not make gifts over $100 a year to members.

Two awards were later made to members of the ship's company or their part in the action.

The fund makes payments only to members facing financial hardship.

And his organization has no political action committee to make contributions to members of Congress.

"We have always made accommodations to members behind closed doors, but it used to be that at least everybody was in the room," he said.

"These were very striking concessions to make, especially to members of the president's own party."

Book and record clubs make special offers to members.

"Less information made available to members of the community."

Grants may also be made to retired members of the College administrative staff where appropriate.

Hoffa made big promises to members when he ran for office.