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Ending Secret Service protection for former officials convicted of serious felonies.

This bill aims to terminate taxpayer-funded Secret Service protection for individuals convicted of serious federal or state offenses punishable by at least one year in prison. The protection must end immediately upon sentencing following conviction. This ensures that government resources are not allocated to protect individuals who have violated the law and been found guilty of serious crimes.
Key points
Secret Service protection for former protectees (e.g., former presidents, vice presidents) terminates upon conviction for a crime punishable by at least one year of imprisonment.
Protection is revoked immediately after sentencing in a federal or state case.
The change aims to save public funds by ceasing protection for convicted felons.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8081
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2]
Process start date: 2024-04-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DISGRACED Former Protectees Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8081.

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 2024-04-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Secret Service protection for former protectees (e.g., former presidents, vice presidents) terminates upon conviction for a crime punishable by at least one year of imprisonment.
  • Protection is revoked immediately after sentencing in a federal or state case.
  • The change aims to save public funds by ceasing protection for convicted felons.
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. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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