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New Federal Crime: Targeting Law Enforcement Officers Based on Their Status

This bill establishes a new federal crime for intentionally harming or attempting to harm law enforcement officers because of their profession. This means that individuals who target officers due to their status will face stricter penalties. The aim is to enhance protection for those working in law enforcement.
Key points
Establishes a new, separate federal criminal offense for intentionally targeting law enforcement officers.
Penalties include up to 20 years in prison for causing bodily injury, and life imprisonment if death or kidnapping results.
The provisions apply when the attack involves interstate travel, use of interstate commerce tools, or affects commerce.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2253
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
Process start date: 2021-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to establish a separate criminal offense for targeting an individual based on their status as law enforcement officer.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2253.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a new, separate federal criminal offense for intentionally targeting law enforcement officers.
  • Penalties include up to 20 years in prison for causing bodily injury, and life imprisonment if death or kidnapping results.
  • The provisions apply when the attack involves interstate travel, use of interstate commerce tools, or affects commerce.
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. Hawley, Josh [R-MO].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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