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WILLIS Act

2/1/2025, 7:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 62

Bill 119 HR 62, also known as the "Prohibition of Federal Funds to Fulton County District Attorney's Office Act," aims to prevent the Fulton County District Attorney's Office from receiving any Federal funds. The bill states that these funds should not be awarded or made available to the office for any purpose.

The reasoning behind this bill is not explicitly stated, but it is likely related to concerns about the actions or decisions of the Fulton County District Attorney's Office. By prohibiting Federal funds from going to this office, the bill's sponsors may be seeking to limit the office's ability to carry out its duties or to send a message about their disapproval of its actions.

It is important to note that this bill does not specify any particular actions or decisions of the Fulton County District Attorney's Office that have led to this proposed prohibition of Federal funds. Without more information, it is difficult to fully understand the motivations behind this bill. If passed, this bill would have significant implications for the Fulton County District Attorney's Office, as it would lose access to Federal funds that may be used for a variety of purposes, such as staffing, training, or equipment. It is unclear how this loss of funding would impact the office's ability to carry out its responsibilities and serve the community. Overall, Bill 119 HR 62 raises important questions about the relationship between Federal funding and the actions of local government offices. It will be interesting to see how this bill progresses through Congress and what further information may come to light about the reasons behind it.

Congressional Summary of HR 62

Withholding Investments from Lawless Litigators In States Act or the WILLIS Act

This bill prohibits federal funds from being awarded or otherwise made available to the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office in Georgia. 

The bill also (1) rescinds any unobligated funds that were allocated for or otherwise made available to the office, and (2) directs the Department of Justice to require the office to reimburse the federal government for all funds that were expended for the office after January 1, 2021.

Current Status of Bill HR 62

Bill HR 62 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 62 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025.  Bill HR 62's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 3, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 62

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
6
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 62

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 62

To prohibit Federal funds from being awarded or otherwise made available to the Fulton County District Attorney's Office.
To prohibit Federal funds from being awarded or otherwise made available to the Fulton County District Attorney's Office.

Comments

Leighton Gregory profile image

Leighton Gregory

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1 year ago

I just don't understand why they would do this. It's like taking away resources from a place that needs it the most. This is just not right. I feel like this is going to hurt a lot of people who rely on the services provided by the Fulton County District Attorney's Office. It's just sad to see how this decision will negatively impact the community. Who benefits from this? Certainly not the people who need help the most.

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