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Expanding 'Aiding the Enemy' Definition in Military Justice Code.

This bill expands the definition of the offense 'aiding the enemy' within the U.S. Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). It now includes providing military education, military training, or tactical advice to an enemy, in addition to giving intelligence. This change aims to strengthen national security by protecting sensitive operational procedures and tactics from being shared with adversaries.
Key points
Military Law Change: The definition of 'aiding the enemy' under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) is expanded.
New Prohibited Actions: Providing military education, training, or tactical advice to an enemy is now explicitly defined as 'aiding the enemy'.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3969
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2024-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STOP Enemies Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3969.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Military Law Change: The definition of 'aiding the enemy' under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) is expanded.
  • New Prohibited Actions: Providing military education, training, or tactical advice to an enemy is now explicitly defined as 'aiding the enemy'.
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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

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 2025-12-26.

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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