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Death Penalty for Child Rapists Act

This bill authorizes the death penalty for certain severe sexual offenses committed against children. It updates federal and military laws to allow for capital punishment in these cases.
Key points
Authorizes the death penalty for aggravated sexual abuse of children.
Increases potential prison sentences and fines for various forms of sexual contact with minors.
Extends the option of capital punishment to military courts for child rape cases.
Includes a rule that if any part of the law is found unconstitutional, the rest remains valid.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7702
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2026-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Death Penalty for Child Rapists Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7702.

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 2026-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes the death penalty for aggravated sexual abuse of children.
  • Increases potential prison sentences and fines for various forms of sexual contact with minors.
  • Extends the option of capital punishment to military courts for child rape cases.
  • Includes a rule that if any part of the law is found unconstitutional, the rest remains valid.
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: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-03.

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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