Requires the President to explain pardons and makes lobbying for them public.
This bill would require the President to publicly explain why any pardon or other executive clemency is granted. It would also require the Pardon Attorney to gather input from victims of crimes and law enforcement, though this statement can be submitted even after a pardon is granted. Plus, anyone lobbying for a pardon would have to register and report their activities quickly, making the process more open.
Currently, the President does not have to explain why a pardon is granted, and lobbying for pardons isn't specifically tracked. If this bill becomes law, the President would be required to publish reasons for every pardon. Also, lobbyists trying to influence pardons would need to register and report their activities within two days, making the process much more open.
HR 9860 · 119th Congress · July 22, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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