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S. 3545

BillFederalSenateIntroduced
To require the Director of the Bureau of Prisons to be appointed by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.
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Introduced
Congress
117th (2021–2023)
Introduced
February 1, 2022
Cosponsors (7)
2D 5R
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Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2022 This bill modifies the appointment procedures and term of service for the Director of the Bureau of Prisons. Currently, the director is appointed by the Attorney General. This bill requires the director to be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The bill also limits the director to a single term of 10 years.

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