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Protecting Public Safety Officers: Stricter Penalties for Attacks and Killings

This new law introduces harsher penalties for attacks and killings targeting public safety officers, such as police, firefighters, paramedics, and judges. Its aim is to enhance the safety of individuals serving the public, thereby indirectly impacting community safety and order.
Key points
Establishes new federal offenses for killing or attempting to kill public safety officers, including judges, law enforcement, firefighters, and rescue personnel.
Sets severe penalties for these offenses, including life imprisonment or the death penalty for killings, and long prison sentences for attempted killings.
Introduces new federal offenses for assaulting public safety officers, with penalties varying based on the severity of injury or use of a weapon.
Mandates increased penalties if the perpetrator lures the victim to a location for the purpose of committing the assault or killing.
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Additional Information
Protect Our Heroes Act of 2021
Print number: S 1650
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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Key Questions about Protecting Public Safety Officers: Stricter Penalties for Attacks and Killings

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 1650.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes new federal offenses for killing or attempting to kill public safety officers, including judges, law enforcement, firefighters, and rescue personnel.
  • Sets severe penalties for these offenses, including life imprisonment or the death penalty for killings, and long prison sentences for attempted killings.
  • Introduces new federal offenses for assaulting public safety officers, with penalties varying based on the severity of injury or use of a weapon.
  • Mandates increased penalties if the perpetrator lures the victim to a location for the purpose of committing the assault or killing.

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 Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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