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HR 5842 · 119th Congress

No Presidential Payouts Act

Introduced
2025-10-28
Sponsor
Rep. Crockett, Jasmine [D-TX-30]
Cosponsors
0
Policy Area
Government Operations and Politics

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What This Bill Does

This bill aims to stop former presidents from receiving certain benefits if they have been removed from office through impeachment, convicted of a crime, or engaged in serious misconduct. Currently, former presidents receive a pension, office space, and staff. This act would ensure that if a president leaves office under a cloud of serious wrongdoing, they would not continue to receive these taxpayer-funded perks. It sets clear rules for when these benefits would be taken away.

Impact on Everyday Americans

This bill would not directly affect the daily lives or financial situations of most everyday Americans, including those with low incomes, seniors, families, veterans, or people with disabilities. It does not propose any cuts or expansions to public programs or social services that directly benefit these groups. Instead, its primary impact is on how taxpayer money is spent on former presidents, potentially saving public funds by denying benefits to those who have committed serious offenses. This could be seen as a matter of fairness and accountability regarding government spending.

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