H.R. 8065In markupCrime & justice
Bill would end judges' power to name interim U.S. Attorneys
Data as of July 22, 2026
The bill removes federal judges' authority to appoint interim U.S. Attorneys when temporary vacancies exceed 120 days.AI-decoded35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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AI-decodedWhat does this do?
This bill removes subsection (d) from current law, eliminating district court judges' power to appoint an interim U.S. Attorney if the Attorney General's temporary appointee serves more than 120 days without Senate confirmation of a permanent replacement. It also makes a small clarifying edit to the appointment language.
Who does it affect?
This affects U.S. Attorneys, the top federal prosecutors in each judicial district, along with the Attorney General, federal district court judges, and the Senate confirmation process.
Why does it matter?
The change keeps appointment power for these law enforcement positions within the executive branch, removing judicial branch involvement and raising separation-of-powers considerations.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Restoring Executive Branch Authorities to Oversee Offices of the United States Attorneys Act of 2026
- Introduced:
- March 24, 2026
- Latest action:
- March 26, 2026
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 12 - 11.
Read the official bill on Congress.gov