Pardon Transparency and Accountability Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
What this bill does
H.R. 9860, the Pardon Transparency and Accountability Act of 2026, would require the President to publicly explain the reasons for granting any form of executive clemency, such as pardons or commutations. Additionally, the Pardon Attorney would be tasked with preparing a "Justice Impact Statement" for any potential clemency grant. This statement would involve efforts to inform crime victims, gather their opinions on the potential clemency, and consult with law enforcement officials about its impact on investigations or prosecutions. The bill also includes provisions to enhance disclosure requirements for lobbyists involved in seeking executive clemency.
This legislation affects the President, the Department of Justice, and individuals seeking or involved in the process of executive clemency. It would create new duties for the Pardon Attorney to contact victims and law enforcement, and expand disclosure obligations for lobbyists who engage in activities related to pardons or commutations. The bill aims to increase transparency around the President's clemency power and the lobbying efforts associated with it.
As H.R. 9860 has just been introduced in the House of Representatives, it has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. The next step in the legislative process would be for this committee to consider the bill, which could involve hearings, amendments, and a vote. If the committee approves the bill, it would then proceed to the full House for consideration.
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Timeline
22 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9860 do?
- H.R. 9860, the Pardon Transparency and Accountability Act of 2026, would require the President to publicly explain the reasons for granting any form of executive clemency, such as pardons or commutations. Additionally, the Pardon Attorney would be tasked with preparing a "Justice Impact Statement" for any potential clemency grant. This statement would involve efforts to inform crime victims, gather their opinions on the potential clemency, and consult with law enforcement officials about its impact on investigations or prosecutions. The bill also includes provisions to enhance disclosure requirements for lobbyists involved in seeking executive clemency. This legislation affects the President, the Department of Justice, and individuals seeking or involved in the process of executive clemency. It would create new duties for the Pardon Attorney to contact victims and law enforcement, and expand disclosure obligations for lobbyists who engage in activities related to pardons or commutations. The bill aims to increase transparency around the President's clemency power and the lobbying efforts associated with it. As H.R. 9860 has just been introduced in the House of Representatives, it has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. The next step in the legislative process would be for this committee to consider the bill, which could involve hearings, amendments, and a vote. If the committee approves the bill, it would then proceed to the full House for consideration.
- Has H.R. 9860 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9860. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9860?
- H.R. 9860 was sponsored by Rep. Min, Dave [D-CA-47] (D-CA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9860?
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (22 Jul 2026).
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