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US HB7072
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Seth Moulton
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AI Summary
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Prohibits covered persons from knowingly requesting the Department of Justice to conduct criminal prosecutions or investigations of specific individuals when the request is made solely for political purposes
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Requires DOJ officers and employees to report any prohibited or suspected politically motivated investigation requests to the DOJ Inspector General within 45 days
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Violations carry penalties of fines, imprisonment up to 5 years, or both
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Covered persons include the President, Vice President, employees of their executive offices, and Cabinet-level officials (except the Attorney General)
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Amends Chapter 11 of Title 18, United States Code by adding new Section 227A
Legislative Description
FAIR Justice Act Federal Anti-Interference in Referrals for Justice Act
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
1/14/2026