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New Penalties for Interfering with National Guard Protective Zones.

This legislation establishes a new federal crime for knowingly entering a designated 15-foot protective zone around a deployed National Guard member with the intent to impede their official duties. Citizens must respect these clearly marked boundaries during Guard deployments, as violations can lead to up to one year in prison. Penalties increase significantly, up to five years, if the violation involves physical contact, spitting, or throwing objects at the member.
Key points
Creates a federal offense for knowingly entering a marked 15-foot perimeter around a deployed National Guard member to interfere with their duties.
Violations carry a penalty of up to 1 year in prison and/or a fine.
Physical contact, spitting, or throwing objects at the member results in an aggravated penalty of up to 5 years in prison.
The law explicitly protects First Amendment activities (like protesting) conducted outside the designated protective zone.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3558
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-12-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Guard Protective Zone Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3558.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates a federal offense for knowingly entering a marked 15-foot perimeter around a deployed National Guard member to interfere with their duties.
  • Violations carry a penalty of up to 1 year in prison and/or a fine.
  • Physical contact, spitting, or throwing objects at the member results in an aggravated penalty of up to 5 years in prison.
  • The law explicitly protects First Amendment activities (like protesting) conducted outside the designated protective zone.
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. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

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 2026-01-24.

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