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No Pensions for Congressional Predators Act

Introduced
Apr 17, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 17, 2026

Bill Summary

Bans Congress members convicted of certain crimes from receiving pensions. Requires forfeiture of pension benefits for those found guilty of these crimes.

Sponsored By

Josh Hawley
Republican · Missouri · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 17, 2026
  2. Apr 17, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects members of Congress who have been convicted of certain crimes, by taking away their pension benefits. It specifically targets those who have engaged in predatory behavior, such as sexual misconduct or other serious offenses.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic
IntroducedApr 17, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 17, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.