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Federal Crime Registry: Enhancing Legal Transparency for Citizens

This act aims to create a publicly accessible registry of all federal offenses, both those stemming from statutes and agency regulations. This will provide citizens with easier access to information about what actions are punishable and what penalties they face, increasing the transparency of the legal system.
Key points
The Department of Justice will compile a list of all federal statutory offenses, including penalties and prosecution history.
Federal agencies like the EPA and SEC will prepare similar lists for offenses arising from their own regulations.
All this information will be made available in public, searchable online databases, making it easier for citizens to understand the law.
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Print number: 117_HR_5597
Sponsor: Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
Process start date: 2021-10-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Count the Crimes to Cut Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5597.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Justice will compile a list of all federal statutory offenses, including penalties and prosecution history.
  • Federal agencies like the EPA and SEC will prepare similar lists for offenses arising from their own regulations.
  • All this information will be made available in public, searchable online databases, making it easier for citizens to understand the law.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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