No Bounties on Badges Act
No Bounties on Badges Act
Plain Language Summary
# No Bounties on Badges Act (HR 7114) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The No Bounties on Badges Act would make it a federal crime to offer rewards or "bounties" for harming, killing, or kidnapping law enforcement officers. The bill aims to create a specific federal offense with criminal penalties for anyone who solicits, offers, or provides payment to encourage violence against police, sheriffs, or other law enforcement personnel. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily affect individuals who might incite violence against police officers, as well as law enforcement agencies and their officers. It would establish federal jurisdiction over these offenses, allowing federal prosecutors to bring charges in addition to any state-level charges. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
The bill was introduced by Representative Tim Moore (R-NC) in the 119th Congress. No further action has been taken at this time.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.