Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY)
End Government Pensions for Sexual Abusers Act of 2026
A Republican bill with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 9 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "End Government Pensions for Sexual Abusers Act of 2026," seeks to amend title 5 of the United States Code. It aims to deny Federal retirement benefits and annuities to Members of Congress or former Members of Congress who are convicted of specific sexual offenses. The prohibition applies to offenses committed on or after the date the Act is enacted. It also covers situations where an individual stays outside of the United States for more than a year to avoid prosecution while under indictment. Additionally, the bill allows for the redirection of forfeited retirement funds to victims through court orders of restitution.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +3
Would women be better off under this?
The bill provides a mechanism for victims of sexual offenses to receive financial restitution through forfeited government pensions.
- Scored +2
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill reduces federal spending by denying retirement benefits to certain convicted Members of Congress.
- Scored +2
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill establishes accountability measures for federal officials regarding sexual misconduct.
The opposite
- Scored -2
Would high-income households be better off under this?
The bill negatively impacts the retirement income of high-earning Members of Congress convicted of specific crimes.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Victim Compensation: The bill allows agencies to pay amounts directly to victims of the offenses described in the Act from the funds that would have been used for the individual's annuity or retired pay, provided there is a court order for restitution or similar compensation (Section 2(a)(d)(1)).
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Accountability for Foreign Offenses: The bill establishes a process where convictions from foreign countries can be recognized to deny benefits, ensuring that officials cannot avoid these consequences by committing offenses abroad (Section 2(a)(b)).
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Prevention of Avoiding Prosecution: The bill prevents individuals from maintaining their retirement pay if they willfully remain outside the United States for more than one year to avoid prosecution following an indictment (Section 2(a)(c)(1)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Loss of Retirement Benefits: Members of Congress or former Members of Congress, as well as their survivors or beneficiaries, may lose their right to receive annuity or retired pay upon conviction of the specified offenses (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Legal Burdens of Proof for Foreign Convictions: While a process exists, the Attorney General must certify that a foreign conviction meets specific U.S. standards regarding due process and evidence before the benefits are denied (Section 2(a)(b)(1)).
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Potential for Withheld Payments: An individual's retirement benefits may be denied or withheld if they are under indictment and remain outside the United States for more than a year (Section 2(a)(c)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill reduces federal spending by denying retirement benefits to certain convicted Members of Congress.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill establishes accountability measures for federal officials regarding sexual misconduct.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The bill provides a mechanism for victims of sexual offenses to receive financial restitution through forfeited government pensions. Would high-income households be better off under this? — The bill negatively impacts the retirement income of high-earning Members of Congress convicted of specific crimes.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill allows for the redirection of forfeited retirement funds to compensate victims of sexual offenses.
- 9/1/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/31/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/9/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/23/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/18/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/10/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/19/2026
- Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Stephanie BiceRepublican · Oklahoma
Sheri BiggsRepublican · South Carolina
Kat CammackRepublican · Florida
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan
Young KimRepublican · California
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Mariannette Miller-MeeksRepublican · Iowa
Sarah McBrideDemocrat · Delaware
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida