HR 4355 119th Congress House In Committee

Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. · Jul 10, 2025

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Legislative Summary

Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025 This bill modifies the appointment procedures and term of service for the Director of the Bureau of Prisons. Currently, the director is appointed by the Attorney General. This bill requires the director to be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The bill also limits the director to a single term of 10 years.

Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS).

Sponsor

Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Independent · PA

Cosponsors (2)

Rep. Landsman Rep. Davis

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