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Ending Annuities for Congress Members Convicted of Sexual Abuse

This new law aims to strip members of Congress of their retirement benefits if they are convicted of certain sexual abuse offenses. This change applies to both current and future members of Congress who commit such acts after the law takes effect. The goal is to increase accountability and public trust in those holding public office.
Key points
Members of Congress convicted of sexual abuse offenses will forfeit their retirement benefits for their service.
The provisions apply to offenses committed after the law's enactment date.
The change affects both major federal employee retirement systems: CSRS and FERS.
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Print number: 117_HR_6726
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2022-02-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Congress LEADS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6726.

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 2022-02-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress convicted of sexual abuse offenses will forfeit their retirement benefits for their service.
  • The provisions apply to offenses committed after the law's enactment date.
  • The change affects both major federal employee retirement systems: CSRS and FERS.
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. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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