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H.R. 10290

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To require the President to publish a justification for each grant of clemency.
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Latest Action · September 3, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced
September 3, 2026
Cosponsors (2)
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The No Pardon Paydays Act of 2026 requires the President to provide public justification whenever granting clemency to someone. Within 30 days of issuing a pardon, the Department of Justice's Pardon Attorney must submit a written report to Congress analyzing the recipient's criminal history, their risk of reoffending, and potential danger to communities. The bill also restricts pardoned individuals from making large political contributions, capping donations at $1,000 to the President's campaign committees or related political groups, with the Federal Election Commission able to refer violations for criminal prosecution. This legislation aims to increase transparency around presidential pardons and prevent what sponsors describe as using clemency as a means to gain political support or campaign funds.

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