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Halt Pensions for Convicted Members of Congress

This bill aims to temporarily stop pension payments for Members of Congress convicted of certain offenses. This means that if an official is convicted, their pension benefits will be suspended until the final resolution of their case. This measure seeks to increase accountability for public officials.
Key points
Suspension of pension payments for Members of Congress upon conviction for certain offenses.
Payments will resume if the conviction is overturned by a competent court.
These provisions apply only to convictions occurring after the law's enactment date.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3327
Sponsor: Rep. Norman, Ralph [R-SC-5]
Process start date: 2021-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Congressionally Obligated Recurring Revenue Used as Pensions To Incarcerated Officials Now Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3327.

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 2021-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Suspension of pension payments for Members of Congress upon conviction for certain offenses.
  • Payments will resume if the conviction is overturned by a competent court.
  • These provisions apply only to convictions occurring after the law's enactment date.
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. Norman, Ralph [R-SC-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

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

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