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Combating Online Predators Act (COP Act) – Protecting Minors from Sexual Extortion

This act introduces strict penalties for threatening children with the publication of intimate images to coerce them into sending more material. The changes aim to better protect the privacy and safety of the youngest internet users from sexual extortion.
Key points
Prohibition of threatening to distribute sexually explicit images or videos of minors.
Penalties for blackmailing minors to force the creation or transmission of new explicit content.
Legal protection applies even if the perpetrator only believes the victim is a minor.
Classification of such threats as federal crimes subject to severe criminal sanctions.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3704
Sponsor: Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL]
Process start date: 2026-01-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COP Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3704.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibition of threatening to distribute sexually explicit images or videos of minors.
  • Penalties for blackmailing minors to force the creation or transmission of new explicit content.
  • Legal protection applies even if the perpetrator only believes the victim is a minor.
  • Classification of such threats as federal crimes subject to severe criminal sanctions.
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. Moody, Ashley [R-FL].

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 2026-02-19.

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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