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US SB67
Bill
AI Summary
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Creates a private right of action allowing individuals to sue federal employees personally for violations of First Amendment rights, including deprivation of speech, press, religion, assembly, or petition rights
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Defines "federal employee" broadly to include anyone in executive branch agencies or instrumentalities, including independent agencies, but explicitly excludes the President and Vice President
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Permits courts to award reasonable attorney's fees to prevailing parties (other than the United States) at the court's discretion
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Bars federal employees from suing their own employing agency or the federal government for conduct within the scope of their employment
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Includes a severability clause ensuring remaining provisions survive if any portion is held unconstitutional
Legislative Description
Censorship Accountability Act
Law
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
1/9/2025