Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 prohibits U.S. officials from directing settlement payments to non-governmental entities.

The Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 restricts U.S. officials from entering into settlement agreements that direct payments to non-governmental entities unless the payment provides restitution for harm or payment for services. Violations of this provision are subject to the same penalties as violations of federal law. Federal agencies must report annually to the Congressional Budget Office on settlement agreements involving payments to non-governmental entities.

Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 prohibits U.S. officials from directing settlement payments to non-governmental entities.

The Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 restricts U.S. officials from entering into settlement agreements that direct payments to non-governmental entities unless the payment provides restitution for harm or payment for services. Violations of this provision are subject to the same penalties as violations of federal law. Federal agencies must report annually to the Congressional Budget Office on settlement agreements involving payments to non-governmental entities.