Bill117th CongressFiled Dec 9, 2021Crime and Law Enforcement
H.R. 6234
FIX Clemency Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Dec 9, 2021)
Fair and Independent Experts in Clemency Act or the FIX Clemency Act
This bill establishes the independent U.S. Clemency Board, which shall review applications and recommend individuals for clemency directly to the President. It also abolishes the Office of the Pardon Attorney of the Department of Justice and transfers its functions, assets, and personnel to the board.
What just happenedNov 1, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7](D-MA)Sponsor
20 cosponsors20 D
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- Introduced in HouseDec 9, 2021
- Nov 1, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House