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Restricting the President and Family from Suing the Federal Government

This bill amends federal law to prevent the sitting President of the United States and their immediate relatives (spouse, children, siblings, and in-laws) from filing lawsuits against the federal government for damages caused by federal employees. This restriction applies only during the President's term in office. For the average citizen, this bill introduces no changes to their rights to sue the government.
Key points
The President and their immediate family lose the right to file claims against the federal government under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
This limitation is active only while the President is serving their term and applies to claims seeking compensation for harm caused by federal officials.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5988
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2025-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CORRUPT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5988.

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 2025-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President and their immediate family lose the right to file claims against the federal government under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
  • This limitation is active only while the President is serving their term and applies to claims seeking compensation for harm caused by federal officials.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

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 2025-12-23.

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