The Abuse of the Pardon Prevention Act of 2026 aims to enhance oversight and accountability concerning presidential pardons, addressing potential abuses of this power and establishing clearer rules around bribery and transparency. The Act mandates that the Department of Justice's Inspector General investigate any pardons granted for serious offenses involving high-ranking officials, including the President and their relatives. The Attorney General and the President are required to provide detailed information about any pardons within 30 days, with non-compliance reported to Congress.