A Washington Post investigation has revealed 33 members of Congress steered more than $300 million in earmarked funds and other assistance to public projects located next to or within two miles of their own property. Such actions are legal and do not need to be disclosed under congressional ethics rules. The Post also found 16 lawmakers funneled tax dollars to companies, colleges or programs where close family members served as employees or board members. Among those with connections to earmarks were House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Alabama Republican Sen. Richard Shelby, who earmarked more than $100 million for rejuvenating downtown Tuscaloosa, where he owns an office building.