Justice for Exonerees Act

Hozzl · 2025-10-08T09:08:13Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5540 Justice for Exonerees Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/8/2025, 9:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5540

The bill titled "To amend title 28, United States Code, to adjust the penalty for unjust conviction and imprisonment, and for other purposes," introduced in the 119th session of Congress as H.R. 5540 on September 19, 2025, aims to modify the penalty for unjust conviction and imprisonment as well as address additional purposes outlined in the bill.

Congressional Summary of HR 5540

Justice for Exonerees Act

This bill increases the maximum amount of damages that an individual who was unjustly convicted and incarcerated may be awarded and requires that this amount be adjusted annually for inflation.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5540

Bill HR 5540 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2025. Bill HR 5540 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on September 19, 2025. Bill HR 5540's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of September 19, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5540

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5540

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5540

To amend title 28, United States Code, to adjust the penalty for unjust conviction and imprisonment, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5540

Maxine Waters

CaliforniaDemocrat

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