End Domestic Terrorism Act: Stricter Penalties for Mass Killings
This act introduces harsher penalties for killing three or more people in a single incident using machineguns or certain semi-automatic weapons. It aims to enhance public safety by deterring such crimes and ensuring perpetrators face more severe consequences. Citizens may experience an increased sense of security in public places.
Key points
Increased Penalties: Individuals who kill three or more people using machineguns or specific semi-automatic weapons can face life imprisonment.
Weapon Definition: The act defines what constitutes a covered semi-automatic weapon under the new rules, including rifles and shotguns with specific features.
Protected Locations: The new provisions apply to offenses committed in schools, places of worship, medical facilities, government buildings, entertainment venues, retail locations, and office buildings.
Reporting Requirements: The Department of Justice will annually report to Congress on cases involving mass killings and material support to terrorists, including demographic data of offenders and weapons used.
Public Information: Information on mass killings, including government response costs and business losses, will be made publicly available to increase transparency and public awareness.
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