Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that there is no immunity from criminal prosecution for an act on the grounds that such act was within the constitutional authority or official duties of an individual, and providing that the President may not grant a pardon to himself or herself.

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Summary of Bill HJRES 193

Bill 118 hjres 193 proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that would eliminate immunity from criminal prosecution for individuals based on the argument that their actions were within their constitutional authority or official duties. This means that government officials, including the President, would not be able to avoid criminal charges by claiming their actions were part of their job responsibilities.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the President would not have the power to grant a pardon to themselves. This would prevent any future Presidents from pardoning themselves for any criminal offenses they may have committed while in office.

Overall, this amendment aims to hold government officials accountable for their actions and ensure that they are subject to the same laws and consequences as any other citizen. It seeks to prevent abuse of power and ensure that those in positions of authority are held to the same standards of justice as everyone else.

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 193

Bill HJRES 193 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 24, 2024. Bill HJRES 193 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 24, 2024. Bill HJRES 193's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 24, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 193

Total Number of Sponsors

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Total Number of Cosponsors

182

Democrat Cosponsors

182

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 193

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 193

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that there is no immunity from criminal prosecution for an act on the grounds that such act was within the constitutional authority or official duties of an individual, and providing that the President may not grant a pardon to himself or herself.Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that there is no immunity from criminal prosecution for an act on the grounds that such act was within the constitutional authority or official duties of an individual, and providing that the President may not grant a pardon to himself or herself.

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