Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that there is no immunity from criminal prosecution for an act on the grounds that such act was within the constitutional authority or official duties of an individual, and providing that the President may not grant a pardon to himself or herself.

United States119th CongressHJRES-108House of Representatives
Updated: Jul 22, 2025

Summary

This joint resolution proposes a significant amendment to the United States Constitution, primarily focused on ensuring accountability for federal officials. It seeks to establish that no officer of the United States, including the President , Vice President , or members of Congress, shall be immune from criminal prosecution for violations of federal or state law, even if the alleged act was within their constitutional authority or official duties. A key exception is made for Senators and Representatives acting pursuant to the Speech or Debate Clause. Furthermore, the proposed amendment explicitly states that the President shall have no power to grant a reprieve or pardon to himself or herself for offenses against the United States. This amendment is designed to be self-executing, though Congress would retain the power to enact legislation to facilitate its implementation.

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  1. Introduced in House

  2. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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