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Classified Documents Accountability: New Penalties and Rules for Presidents

New regulations introduce high financial penalties for unauthorized possession of classified documents. The act requires outgoing presidents and vice presidents to certify they have not retained any classified records, with financial sanctions and loss of benefits for non-compliance. This aims to increase transparency and security in government document management.
Key points
Financial penalties up to $500,000 for unauthorized possession of classified documents.
Outgoing presidents and vice presidents must certify they have not retained classified records.
Failure to certify can result in loss of office funds, staff, travel, and pension reduction.
National Archives staff will be present in the Executive Office to oversee document handling.
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Print number: 118_HR_1791
Sponsor: Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]
Process start date: 2023-03-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Classified Documents Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1791.

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 2023-03-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial penalties up to $500,000 for unauthorized possession of classified documents.
  • Outgoing presidents and vice presidents must certify they have not retained classified records.
  • Failure to certify can result in loss of office funds, staff, travel, and pension reduction.
  • National Archives staff will be present in the Executive Office to oversee document handling.
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. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5].

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 2025-12-24.

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