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Right to Sue Federal Officials for Rights Violations

This bill aims to make it easier for citizens to seek justice in court if their rights are violated by individuals acting on behalf of the federal government. It allows suing federal officials in a similar way to how state and local officials can currently be sued.
Key points
Citizens gain the ability to sue federal officials for violating their constitutional rights.
The law extends the existing right to sue state and local officials to include federal officials.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6185
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Process start date: 2021-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bivens Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6185.

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 2021-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Citizens gain the ability to sue federal officials for violating their constitutional rights.
  • The law extends the existing right to sue state and local officials to include federal officials.
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. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

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

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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