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State Authority to Protect Civil Rights Act

This bill empowers State Attorneys General to file lawsuits on behalf of residents when their civil rights are violated. It aims to provide a stronger legal path for citizens to seek justice for injuries or abuses of power.
Key points
State Attorneys General can sue for conspiracies that harm citizens' rights.
Allows for financial compensation and court orders to stop illegal conduct by officials.
Targets abuses of power and civil rights violations involving physical harm or death.
Enables states to act on behalf of residents to protect their fundamental legal rights.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3824
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2026-02-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

State Authority to Protect Civil Rights

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3824.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • State Attorneys General can sue for conspiracies that harm citizens' rights.
  • Allows for financial compensation and court orders to stop illegal conduct by officials.
  • Targets abuses of power and civil rights violations involving physical harm or death.
  • Enables states to act on behalf of residents to protect their fundamental legal rights.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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 2026-02-26.

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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