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Amending Official Oath: Constitution Loyalty Above All Else

This bill modifies the oath taken by individuals in civil and uniformed services. The new oath explicitly states that loyalty to the U.S. Constitution takes precedence over loyalty to any individual, political party, or faction. This aims to strengthen the independence and impartiality of public officials, indirectly impacting citizens' trust in government institutions.
Key points
Introduces a clause prioritizing loyalty to the Constitution over loyalty to individuals or parties in the official oath.
Applies to all civil service and uniformed services personnel, excluding the President.
Aims to emphasize the impartiality and independence of public officials in their daily duties.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_221
Sponsor: Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18]
Process start date: 2021-01-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 5, United States Code, to modify the oath of office taken by individuals in the civil service or uniformed services, and of other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_221.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces a clause prioritizing loyalty to the Constitution over loyalty to individuals or parties in the official oath.
  • Applies to all civil service and uniformed services personnel, excluding the President.
  • Aims to emphasize the impartiality and independence of public officials in their daily duties.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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