No Pardon Paydays Act of 2026

This bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability regarding presidential pardons by requiring specific justifications and imposing restrictions on recipients. It mandates that for every presidential pardon, the Pardon Attorney of the Department of Justice must submit a detailed written analysis to Congress within 30 days of the grant. This analysis must cover the recipient's criminal history not related to the pardoned offense, as well as an assessment of their risk of recidivism and potential danger to communities. A key provision of the bill also places limitations on political contributions made by individuals who have received a presidential pardon. Specifically, such individuals are prohibited from making contributions exceeding $1,000 to the President's authorized committee, leadership PAC, or any entity making independent expenditures advocating for the President's election, with the Federal Election Commission able to refer violations for criminal prosecution.