Restoring Executive Branch Authorities to Oversee Offices of the United States Attorneys Act of 2026
Rep. Schmidt Proposes Ending Court Power to Appoint Interim U.S. Attorneys
Legislative Progress
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Federal prosecutors and staff in U.S. Attorney offices across the country could be affected by prolonged leadership vacancies if the executive branch delays filling positions and courts can no longer step in. Without a judicial backstop, offices might operate under acting leadership for extended periods, potentially affecting morale, case priorities, and office management.
“by striking subsection (d).”
Milestones
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 12 - 11.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Restoring Executive Branch Authorities to Oversee Offices of the United States Attorneys Act of 2026
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