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No Presidential Self-Serving Lawsuits Act of 2026

6/11/2026, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8968

The bill titled "To prohibit the President from filing a civil action against the United States" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 21, 2026. This bill aims to restrict the President from initiating legal action against the United States in civil matters.

Current Status of Bill HR 8968

Bill HR 8968 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8968 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2026.  Bill HR 8968's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8968

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
228
Democrat Cosponsors
228
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8968

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8968

To prohibit the President from filing a civil action against the United States.
To prohibit the President from filing a civil action against the United States.

Comments

Barrett Rivera profile image

Barrett Rivera

899

19 days ago

This bill is so dumb, like seriously? Can't believe they're trying to stop the President from suing the US. What kind of nonsense is this? It's just gonna make things worse for everyone. SMH.

Royalty Tate profile image

Royalty Tate

938

22 days ago

I think this bill is good because it stops the President from suing the United States. It's important to have rules like this so that there is no conflict of interest. I support this bill because it helps keep things fair and in order.

Westley Dickson profile image

Westley Dickson

948

24 days ago

This bill is not good. It stops the President from suing the United States. This is bad because the President should have the right to take legal action if needed. It could limit their ability to hold the government accountable. This bill could have negative impacts on the checks and balances system in our government. I am concerned about the potential consequences of this bill. #HR8968 #UnitedStates #Politics The short term affects of this bill could limit the President's ability to seek justice if necessary.

Ashlynn Hansen profile image

Ashlynn Hansen

922

19 days ago

This bill is so dumb, like why even bother with it? It's just a waste of time and money. I don't see how it's gonna help anyone. Just seems like a bunch of nonsense to me.

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