Stop Transnational Repression Act: Protecting Citizens from Foreign Coercion
This act aims to protect U.S. citizens and individuals within the U.S. from foreign government actions that seek to intimidate, harass, or coerce them. It establishes a new crime of "transnational repression," making it easier to prosecute such acts and enhance the safety of those critical of foreign regimes.
Key points
New Crime: The act creates a new crime of "transnational repression," meaning foreign governments or their agents attempting to intimidate, harass, or coerce individuals in the U.S. will face penalties.
Harsher Penalties: Such actions can lead to up to 10 years in prison, and in cases of serious injury or death, life imprisonment. If the crime is committed at the direction of a foreign government, the penalty can be further increased.
Improved Prosecution: The act mandates centralizing oversight of transnational repression investigations and prosecutions within the Department of Justice and the FBI, aiming to streamline efforts against this issue.
Reporting: The government will be required to regularly report to Congress on incidents of transnational repression, increasing awareness and transparency on the matter.
Status:
Expired
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