Bills · HR 2394
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2394Presidential administrationsViolent crime
DETERRENCE Act
INTRO MAR 26· LAST ACTION MAR 26
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a growing concern about foreign governments potentially orchestrating criminal activities within the United States. If passed, it would create harsher penalties for individuals who act as proxies or agents for foreign powers in committing serious offenses, aiming to deter such actions.
This bill matters for national security by strengthening the legal tools available to punish and prevent foreign interference and threats. If it becomes law, it sends a clear message that criminal acts linked to foreign governments will be met with severe consequences. If it does not pass, existing penalties for these crimes would remain unchanged, potentially leaving a perceived gap in deterring foreign-backed criminal endeavors.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Increases sentences for kidnapping when directed by or coordinated with a foreign government by up to 10 years.
This makes foreign-backed kidnapping a much more serious offense with significantly longer prison terms.
PROVISION 02
Adds up to 5 or 10 years to sentences for murder-for-hire if the offense involved a foreign government, with the longer sentence for cases resulting in personal injury.
It establishes harsher punishments for contract killings orchestrated by foreign entities, especially when harm occurs.
PROVISION 03
Authorizes increased sentences for threatening or injuring a federal official's family member if the crime is linked to a foreign government, with additions ranging from 5 to 10 years depending on the severity of the offense.
This provision aims to protect federal officials from foreign coercion by punishing those who target their families.
PROVISION 04
Applies sentence enhancements of up to 5, 10, or 30 months for stalking offenses when committed with foreign government involvement, depending on the specific circumstances like injury or victim age.
This extends enhanced penalties to stalking, acknowledging it can be a tool of foreign influence or intimidation.
PROVISION 05
Adds up to 10 years to sentences for assault, kidnapping, or assassination attempts against the President or presidential staff if the crime is linked to a foreign government.
This provision specifically protects top U.S. leaders and staff from foreign-directed attacks.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
R· Missouri
YRS IN OFFICE
13
BILLS LED
20
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 2 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 26
Introduced in House
MAR 26
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2394
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 26, 2025
Last actionMar 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 26, 2025
House BillHR 2394Presidential administrationsViolent crime
DETERRENCE Act
INTRODUCED MAR 26, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 26, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
7 min
COSPONSORS
4
COMPLEXITY
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