This bill prevents the federal government from spending taxpayer money on settlements with certain high-ranking government officials and their family members, as well as individuals convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot. The legislation specifically blocks any payment of $50,000 or more to these "covered persons" through settlement agreements, and it explicitly prohibits funding a settlement in a case called Trump v. Internal Revenue Service. Before any settlement payment of $50,000 or more can be made, the Attorney General must notify Congress at least 90 days in advance and provide detailed justification, a complete breakdown of all payments, and certification from the Justice Department's Inspector General that the settlement is legal and follows ethical standards. The bill also requires the Government Accountability Office to complete a study within 90 days of enactment to determine whether the Trump v. IRS settlement complies with federal appropriations law.
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