119th Congress · House bill · Last action May 7, 2026
H.R. 8685In CommitteeCrime and Law Enforcement
Republicans propose limiting prosecutions of sitting and former presidents
Sponsor: Rep. Gooden, Lance (R-TX)1 cosponsorIntroduced May 7, 2026
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Steube, W. GregoryFL-17
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