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Protecting Officers: Banning Name Disclosure to Obstruct Investigations.

This new law prohibits the public release of federal law enforcement officers' names if intended to obstruct criminal investigations or immigration enforcement operations. Violators face fines, up to 5 years in prison, or both. This aims to enhance officer safety and operational effectiveness.
Key points
Publicly releasing federal law enforcement officers' names with intent to obstruct investigations or immigration operations is now illegal.
Violations can result in fines, up to 5 years imprisonment, or both penalties.
The act seeks to protect officers and ensure the smooth conduct of their operations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1952
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2025-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Law Enforcement from Doxxing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1952.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Publicly releasing federal law enforcement officers' names with intent to obstruct investigations or immigration operations is now illegal.
  • Violations can result in fines, up to 5 years imprisonment, or both penalties.
  • The act seeks to protect officers and ensure the smooth conduct of their operations.
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 Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

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 2025-12-23.

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