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Enhanced Protection for Officers: Stricter Penalties and New Powers.

This act introduces harsher penalties for attacks on public officers, including judges and firefighters, and facilitates the prosecution of individuals fleeing justice. It also expands officers' authority to carry firearms, including in some federal facilities, and allocates funds to improve relations between law enforcement and communities.
Key points
Stricter penalties for killing and assaulting public safety officers, including judges, police, and firefighters, with minimum prison sentences.
Easier prosecution of individuals fleeing justice after committing crimes against officers.
Expanded authority for officers to carry firearms, including in certain federal buildings and school zones.
Allocation of up to $20 million annually for programs to improve trust and cooperation between law enforcement and communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_355
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Back the Blue Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_355.

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 2023-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Stricter penalties for killing and assaulting public safety officers, including judges, police, and firefighters, with minimum prison sentences.
  • Easier prosecution of individuals fleeing justice after committing crimes against officers.
  • Expanded authority for officers to carry firearms, including in certain federal buildings and school zones.
  • Allocation of up to $20 million annually for programs to improve trust and cooperation between law enforcement and communities.
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. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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