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Child Protection: New Penalties for Coercion and Abuse of Minors.

This act introduces new provisions to protect children from being coerced into self-harm, animal cruelty, abusive conduct, or sexually explicit content. It increases penalties for individuals who compel minors to engage in such activities, aiming to enhance child safety online and offline. Citizens can expect stricter legal consequences for those who harm children.
Key points
Establishes a new offense for compelling minors to engage in self-harm, animal cruelty, abusive nonsexual conduct, or sexually explicit conduct.
Increases penalties for such acts, including up to 10 years imprisonment, up to 20 years if serious bodily injury results, and life imprisonment if death results.
Defines 'compel' to include threats, extortion, blackmail, fraud, deceit, or manipulation.
Aims to strengthen the protection of children from exploitation and harm, both online and offline.
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Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6732
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2025-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6732.

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 2025-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a new offense for compelling minors to engage in self-harm, animal cruelty, abusive nonsexual conduct, or sexually explicit conduct.
  • Increases penalties for such acts, including up to 10 years imprisonment, up to 20 years if serious bodily injury results, and life imprisonment if death results.
  • Defines 'compel' to include threats, extortion, blackmail, fraud, deceit, or manipulation.
  • Aims to strengthen the protection of children from exploitation and harm, both online and offline.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H632)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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Courts and Law Family Security