Blanket Pardon - Remove all Future Benefits

[LaFever (Denise LaFever)]

The following is a Proposal that was put into an Act format by ChatGPT.

The Federal Benefits Accountability Act of 2024

An Act
To prohibit the receipt of federal monetary or non-monetary benefits, as well as federal contracting opportunities, by individuals or entities in which they have an ownership interest, when such individuals have accepted a blanket pardon for federal offenses.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled:

Section 1. Short Title

This Act may be cited as the “Federal Benefits Accountability Act of 2024.”

Section 2. Findings and Purpose

(a) Findings
The Congress finds that:

1. Acceptance of a blanket pardon constitutes an admission of wrongdoing, even when prosecution is foregone.
2. Allowing individuals or entities associated with blanket pardons to continue receiving federal benefits or contracts undermines public trust in government operations.
3. Taxpayers, as ultimate victims of crimes committed against the federal government, should not bear the financial burden of supporting individuals or entities benefiting from pardoned wrongdoing.

(b) Purpose
The purpose of this Act is to ensure accountability and prevent the misuse of federal funds and opportunities by individuals who have accepted blanket pardons for crimes against the government.

Section 3. Prohibition of Federal Benefits

(a) Ineligibility for Federal Benefits
An individual who accepts a blanket pardon for federal offenses shall be ineligible to:

1. Receive any federal monetary or non-monetary benefits, including but not limited to:

• Social Security payments,
• Federal housing assistance,
• Educational grants or loans,
• Healthcare benefits provided through federal programs.
• Burials
• Pensions
• Severances or settlements

2. Participate in or benefit from any federal contracting opportunities, including as an owner, officer, or shareholder of a contracting entity.

(b) Corporate Restrictions
Any company, organization, or entity in which an individual subject to subsection (a) holds a direct or indirect ownership interest of 5% or more shall be barred from receiving:

1. Federal contracts, grants, or subcontracts,
2. Federal loans, loan guarantees, or financial assistance programs.

Section 4. Definitions

For the purposes of this Act:
(a) “Blanket pardon” means a comprehensive pardon issued by the President of the United States for federal crimes without requiring the individual to disclose specific actions or offenses for which the pardon is granted.
(b) “Federal benefits” means any form of financial or non-financial assistance provided by the federal government to individuals or entities.
(c) “Federal contracting opportunities” include contracts, subcontracts, cooperative agreements, grants, or any procurement-related business dealings with federal agencies.

Section 5. Implementation and Enforcement

(a) Responsibility for Enforcement
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB), in coordination with relevant federal agencies, shall oversee the implementation of this Act.
(b) Certification Requirement
Individuals and entities applying for federal benefits or contracts must certify under penalty of perjury that they are not disqualified under this Act.
(c) Penalties for Non-Compliance

1. Any individual or entity found in violation of this Act shall be subject to:

• Full repayment of improperly received federal funds,
• A civil penalty not exceeding three times the amount received,
• A permanent bar from all federal benefits or contracts.

2. False certification shall be considered a felony offense punishable by up to 5 years in prison and fines as determined by federal law.

Section 6. Appeals Process

(a) Any individual or entity subject to the prohibitions or penalties outlined in this Act may appeal their status to a review board established within the Department of Justice.
(b) The review board shall provide an opportunity for hearings and adjudicate appeals within 180 days of filing.

Section 7. Effective Date

This Act shall apply retroactively to all blank pardons.

Section 8. Severability

If any provision of this Act or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the Act and the application of its provisions to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected.

End of Act

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[LaFever (Denise LaFever)]

Let me know what you think. After several attempt with ChatGPT the combined version is below:

The following is a Proposal that was put into an Act format by ChatGPT.

The Federal Accountability and Justice Reform Act of 2024
Section 1. Short Title
This Act may be cited as the ‘Federal Accountability and Justice Reform Act of 2024.’
Section 2. Findings and Purpose
(a) Findings

1. Acceptance of a blanket pardon constitutes an admission of wrongdoing, even when prosecution is foregone.
2. Allowing individuals or entities associated with blanket pardons to continue receiving federal benefits or contracts undermines public trust in government operations.
3. Taxpayers, as ultimate victims of crimes committed against the federal government, should not bear the financial burden of supporting individuals or entities benefiting from pardoned wrongdoing.
4. Decisions by USA President, parole boards and clemency officials significantly impact public safety and must be guided by rigorous accountability standards.
   (b) Purpose
   The purpose of this Act is to ensure accountability and prevent the misuse of federal funds and opportunities by individuals who have accepted blanket pardons for federal crimes and to enhance the integrity and transparency of the justice system by holding parole boards and clemency officials and Executive Office accountable for their decisions.
   Section 3. Prohibition of Federal Benefits
5. An individual who accepts a blanket pardon for federal offenses shall be ineligible to:
   • Receive any federal monetary or non-monetary benefits, including but not limited to:
     • Social Security payments,
     • Federal housing assistance,
     • Educational grants or loans,
     • Healthcare benefits provided through federal programs,
     • Burials, pensions, severances, or settlements.
   • Participate in or benefit from any federal contracting opportunities, including as an owner, officer, or shareholder of a contracting entity.
6. Any company, organization, or entity in which an individual subject to this subsection holds a direct or indirect ownership interest of 5% or more shall be barred from receiving federal contracts, grants, or loans.
   Section 4. Accountability for Parole and Clemency Decisions
7. Members of Executive Office, federal parole boards and clemency officials are personally, financially, and criminally liable for crimes committed by individuals they release, pardon, or grant clemency to, as follows:
   • Financial Liability: Subject to financial penalties, including restitution to victims or their families.
   • Criminal Liability: Treated as accessories to crimes committed by individuals released under their decisions.
8. Decision Requirements:
   • Risk Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of individuals’ behavior, history, and potential for reoffending.
   • Documentation: Provide a detailed written rationale for every decision.
9. Mandatory Training: Decision-makers must complete training on the implications of their decisions and their potential consequences for public safety.
10. Oversight and Reporting:
    • Parole boards must submit regular reports detailing decisions and outcomes to appropriate federal oversight bodies.
    • An independent body will review decisions to ensure compliance and assess impacts on public safety.
      Section 5. Enforcement and Certification
11. Responsibility for Enforcement: The Office of Management and Budget (OMB), in coordination with relevant federal agencies, shall oversee the implementation of this Act.
12. Certification Requirement: Individuals and entities applying for federal benefits or contracts must certify under penalty of perjury that they are not disqualified under this Act.
13. Penalties for Non-Compliance:
    • Full repayment of improperly received federal funds.
    • Civil penalties up to three times the amount received.
    • Permanent disqualification from all federal benefits or contracts.
    • False certifications are felony offenses punishable by up to 5 years in prison and fines as determined by federal law.
      Section 6. Appeals Process
14. Individuals or entities subject to the prohibitions or penalties outlined in this Act may appeal their status to a review board established within the Department of Justice.
15. The review board shall provide an opportunity for hearings and adjudicate appeals within 180 days of filing.
    Section 7. Implementation
16. This Act applies retroactively to all blanket pardons and will be implemented immediately.
17. Congress may delegate monitoring to a federal agency to monitor and report on the effectiveness of the Act.
18. Parole board members and clemency officials will undergo mandatory training as part of a phased implementation.
    Section 8. Severability
    If any provision of this Act or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the Act and the application of its provisions to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected.

[Frontoe (Frank J Gumpper)]

President should only pardoned people for known crimes.