No Payments for January 6 Rioters
Official: No Rewards for January 6 Rioters Act
IntroducedFebruary 25, 2026
Why This Matters
This bill aims to prevent the government from using taxpayer money to pay individuals who were prosecuted for their roles in the January 6 Capitol attack. It ensures that convicted individuals do not receive any financial rewards or refunds.
If you were involved in the January 6 attack, you won't receive any federal money as compensation.
Affects: This bill affects individuals who were prosecuted for participating in the January 6 Capitol attack.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill stops federal funds from paying anyone prosecuted for the January 6 Capitol attack. 2. It also prevents the creation of any compensation fund for these individuals. 3. The bill ensures that no refunds are given for fines or restitution paid by convicted rioters. 4. Even those who receive pardons cannot get federal money as compensation.
Who is affected?
This bill affects individuals who were prosecuted for participating in the January 6 Capitol attack.