The main purpose of this legislation, known as the Congressional Pension Integrity Act of 2026, is to prevent Members of Congress from receiving their retirement pay or annuities if they are convicted of certain serious crimes committed while in office. The objective is to ensure accountability and integrity among elected officials by removing financial benefits for those who engage in criminal behavior during their service. Key provisions of the law include a list of specific offenses that would disqualify a Member of Congress from receiving retirement benefits.