Bills/H.R. 1789

Promptly Ending Political Prosecutions and Executive Retaliation Act of 2025

Promptly Ending Political Prosecutions and Executive Retaliation Act of 2025

In CommitteeJudiciaryHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
Introduced
Committee
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Plain Language Summary

# Summary of HR 1789: Promptly Ending Political Prosecutions and Executive Retaliation Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish new legal protections for current and former presidents, vice presidents, and certain federal officials against criminal prosecutions. According to its title and subjects, it appears designed to shield these officials from legal action, though the specific mechanisms aren't detailed in the available information. The bill would potentially affect both federal prosecutions and cases brought in state courts. **Who It Affects:** The legislation targets sitting and former presidents, vice presidents, and other federal officials. It could impact the judicial system's ability to prosecute these individuals and may affect victims or parties seeking legal remedies against federal executives. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 1789) is in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process.

It was introduced by Representative Russell Fry (R-SC) in the 119th Congress. The bill has not yet had a full congressional vote, and its prospects for passage remain uncertain. *Note: The full text of the bill's provisions is not available in the information provided. For detailed analysis of specific protections offered, the complete legislative text should be reviewed.*.

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Latest Action

March 21, 2025

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 18.

Subjects

Federal officialsJudicial procedure and administrationPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsState and local courts

Sponsor

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Key Dates

Introduced
March 3, 2025
Last Updated
March 21, 2025
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