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Expediting Civil Lawsuits Against the President in Specific Cases

This proposed law aims to speed up court proceedings in civil cases involving the President, specifically those concerning his personal finances or allegations of sexual misconduct. Citizens suing the President in such cases could see faster resolutions and direct appeals to the Supreme Court.
Key points
Civil cases against the President regarding his personal finances or allegations of sexual misconduct will be prioritized by the courts.
Upon request, such cases can be heard by a three-judge panel.
Appeals from a final judgment in these cases can go directly to the Supreme Court, which must accept and expedite the appeal.
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Print number: 117_HR_5075
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2021-08-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expediting Civil Litigation Against the Executive Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5075.

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 2021-08-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Civil cases against the President regarding his personal finances or allegations of sexual misconduct will be prioritized by the courts.
  • Upon request, such cases can be heard by a three-judge panel.
  • Appeals from a final judgment in these cases can go directly to the Supreme Court, which must accept and expedite the appeal.
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. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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