Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States limiting the pardon power of the President.
What this could mean for your district
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment that limits the President's power to grant pardons under specific circumstances. • Local residents may have varying opinions on the implications of presidential pardons, which could influence community discussions and civic engagement. • If enacted, the amendment may affect how future presidential actions are perceived, potentially impacting local political dynamics. • Local legal professionals and scholars might analyze the amendment's implications for the justice system and executive power. • The amendment could lead to increased awareness and scrutiny of presidential decisions, fostering a more informed electorate. AI-generated from official bill summary; verify with bill text.
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Introduced in House
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment limiting the pardon power of the President. The amendment prohibits the President from granting a pardon or reprieve to himself or herself, to relatives or members of the administration, to paid campaign employees, to a person or entity for an offense motivated by an interest of any of those people, or to a person or entity for an offense directed by or coordinated with the President. The amendment also invalidates pardons issued for a corrupt purpose.
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