0
0

A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to prohibit the payment of annuities and retired pay to individuals convicted of certain sex crimes.

5/23/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4321

Bill 118 s 4321, also known as the "Annuity and Retired Pay Prohibition Act," aims to make changes to title 5 of the United States Code in order to prevent individuals convicted of certain sex crimes from receiving annuities and retired pay.

The bill specifically targets individuals who have been convicted of sex crimes such as sexual assault, child pornography, and human trafficking. If passed, these individuals would no longer be eligible to receive annuities or retired pay from the federal government.

The purpose of this bill is to ensure that individuals who have committed serious sex crimes do not continue to receive financial benefits from the government. By prohibiting the payment of annuities and retired pay to these individuals, the bill aims to hold them accountable for their actions and prevent them from benefiting financially from their crimes. Overall, Bill 118 s 4321 seeks to protect the integrity of the federal government's financial support system and send a clear message that individuals convicted of certain sex crimes will not be rewarded with financial benefits.

Current Status of Bill S 4321

Bill S 4321 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 14, 2024. Bill S 4321 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 14, 2024.  Bill S 4321's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of May 14, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4321

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4321

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4321

A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to prohibit the payment of annuities and retired pay to individuals convicted of certain sex crimes.
A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to prohibit the payment of annuities and retired pay to individuals convicted of certain sex crimes.

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4321

Joni Ernst
Joni Ernst
IowaRepublican
Rick Scott
Rick Scott
FloridaRepublican
Marco Rubio
Marco Rubio
FloridaRepublican
James E. Risch
James E. Risch
IdahoRepublican
Mike Lee
Mike Lee
UtahRepublican
John Kennedy
John Kennedy
LouisianaRepublican

Latest Bills

Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8469May 17, 2026
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Bill HR 8845May 17, 2026
LIFT Act
Bill HR 8864May 16, 2026
Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act
Bill HR 8859May 16, 2026
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to the definition of employees in fire protection activities for the purpose of compensation for certain illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities.
Bill HR 8863May 16, 2026
Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2026, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.
Bill HRES 1295May 16, 2026
To amend title 18, United States, to include property damage in acts that constitute domestic terrorism, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8843May 16, 2026
CRUISE Act
Bill HR 7083May 16, 2026
To allow Americans to sue federal officials for constitutional violations of voting rights and election law.
Bill HR 8858May 16, 2026
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Charter Schools Week", to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.
Bill HRES 1298May 16, 2026