H.R. 6234 · 117th Congress
Fair and Independent Experts in Clemency Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Ayanna Pressley
- Introduced
- 2021-12-09
- Latest action
- 2022-11-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Summary
Fair and Independent Experts in Clemency Act or the FIX Clemency Act
This bill establishes the independent U.S. Clemency Board, which shall review applications and recommend individuals for clemency directly to the President. It also abolishes the Office of the Pardon Attorney of the Department of Justice and transfers its functions, assets, and personnel to the board.