No Rewards for Jan 6 Rioters (H.R. 7711)

Summary

Stops the government from using any federal money to pay individuals who were prosecuted for being part of the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

What problem does this solve?

There is a concern that individuals prosecuted for the January 6th Capitol attack could receive money from the government through lawsuits or special funds. This bill blocks any use of federal money to pay these individuals, ensuring taxpayer dollars do not reward actions against the government.

What does this bill do?

Prohibits federal funds for compensation

Blocks any federal money, including from the Judgment Fund or victim compensation funds, from being used to pay any individual prosecuted for the January 6th Capitol attack, even if they are later pardoned.

Prevents refunds of fines and restitution

Stops the U.S. Treasury from refunding any court-ordered payments, like fines or restitution, made by individuals convicted for their role in the attack, even if they receive a pardon.

Bans new compensation funds

Forbids the creation of any new compensation fund specifically for the purpose of paying individuals prosecuted for their involvement in the January 6th attack.

Redirects collected funds to the Architect of the Capitol

Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to transfer any collected fines or restitution from these individuals to the Architect of the Capitol.

Who does this affect?

Individuals prosecuted for the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack
U.S. Department of the Treasury
Architect of the Capitol

What is the real world impact?

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Prevents taxpayer money from rewarding rioters

Ensures that federal funds are not used to pay settlements or any other compensation to individuals prosecuted for their role in the January 6th Capitol attack, reinforcing that such actions will not be financially rewarded.

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Blocks potential future pardons and payments

Acts as a safeguard against a future presidential administration that might pardon individuals involved in the attack and attempt to compensate them. The bill explicitly includes pardoned individuals to close this loophole.

When does this start?

This bill would take effect as soon as it is signed into law.