HR 5647 117th Congress House Congress

SCRAP Act

Introduced: October 20, 2021 Introduced by: Norman, Ralph Republican · South Carolina See on congress.gov

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Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Reform, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Oct 20, 2021

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Stop Congressional Retirees Accessing Perks Act or the SCRAP Act

This bill terminates certain benefits for Members of Congress or former Members.

Specifically, the bill prohibits payments of death gratuities to survivors of Members of Congress. It also terminates coverage under (1) the Federal Employees Retirement System for Members, and (2) the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program for former Members. Such provisions take effect beginning in the 118th Congress.

Additionally, the bill eliminates certain benefits and services for former Members of the House of Representatives (e.g., access to the House chamber, parking spaces, or the Members' Dining Room) unless the benefits or services are made available to the public.

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