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Stop Voyeurism: Harsher Penalties and Broader Protection

This bill aims to enhance citizens' privacy protection by increasing penalties for recording intimate situations without consent. The changes mean such actions will be prosecuted more broadly, regardless of location, if they involve interstate or foreign commerce, thereby increasing personal safety in the digital world.
Key points
Penalties for non-consensual recording will increase from 1 year to 5 years imprisonment.
The bill expands the scope of prosecuting such offenses to include situations involving travel, payments, communication, or equipment used in interstate/foreign commerce.
Protection will also cover actions that occurred in U.S. territories or otherwise affected interstate/foreign commerce.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1203
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2025-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop VOYEURS Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1203.

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 2025-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Penalties for non-consensual recording will increase from 1 year to 5 years imprisonment.
  • The bill expands the scope of prosecuting such offenses to include situations involving travel, payments, communication, or equipment used in interstate/foreign commerce.
  • Protection will also cover actions that occurred in U.S. territories or otherwise affected interstate/foreign commerce.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

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 2025-12-22.

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