Bill119th CongressFiled May 7, 2026Crime and Law Enforcement
H.R. 8685
Protect the Presidency Act
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What it does
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What just happenedMay 7, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Gooden, Lance [R-TX-5](R-TX)Sponsor
1 cosponsor
- Introduced in HouseMay 7, 2026