Criminal Justice

in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10231: No Homeless Detention Centers Act

The No Homeless Detention Centers Act prohibits recipients of federal housing funds from forcing homeless individuals to live in government facilities or requiring them to perform labor in exchange for shelter. The bill also bans local and state authorities from punishing people for engaging in basic life-sustaining activities, such as sleeping or resting, on public property. These restrictions apply to actions taken by law enforcement officers or private contractors acting under federal authority. By tying these prohibitions to federal funding, the legislation aims to prevent the use of criminal penalties or involuntary confinement to address homelessness.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill restricts law enforcement authority to enforce anti-camping laws and mandates against detaining homeless individuals, limiting criminal justice powers.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects homeless individuals from forced labor and criminalization of survival activities, directly advancing tenant protections and housing rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Homelessness

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10157: Freedom to Home Distill Act

The Freedom to Home Distill Act would allow individuals to legally produce small amounts of alcohol at home for personal use without paying federal excise taxes or facing criminal penalties. To qualify, a household could distill up to 10 proof gallons per year if it has one adult, or 20 proof gallons if it has two or more adults, provided the spirits are never sold or transferred to others. The bill exempts home distillers from standard business requirements such as registering their equipment and paying taxes, but it mandates that any stills purchased for this purpose must have specific safety features like pressure release valves and a capacity of no more than 50 gallons. These changes would take effect for spirits produced after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill removes criminal penalties for home distillation, effectively decriminalizing an act currently subject to federal enforcement.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5371: Stopping Border Surges Act

The Stopping Border Surges Act proposes significant changes to U.S. immigration law regarding unaccompanied children and asylum seekers. It mandates that unaccompanied alien children be repatriated to their home countries if they do not meet specific criteria, while also allowing for the detention of families who entered the country together for misdemeanor border-crossing charges. For asylum applicants, the bill restricts eligibility to those arriving at designated ports of entry and shortens the deadline to file an application from one year to six months. It introduces a "safe third country" provision that can bar asylum claims if an individual transited through another nation without seeking protection there first. Additionally, the legislation requires audio or video recording of expedited removal interviews, imposes criminal penalties for asylum fraud, and terminates asylum status if an individual voluntarily returns to their home country.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill mandates detention for misdemeanor border-crossing charges and restricts asylum eligibility, expanding criminalization within the justice system.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates repatriation of unaccompanied children, allows detention for border crossing, and restricts asylum eligibility, significantly limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10052: Right to Worship Act

The Right to Worship Act makes it unlawful for individuals to knowingly disrupt religious services or prevent people from entering houses of worship within 100 feet of an entryway during the hour before and after a scheduled service. The bill applies to conduct that meaningfully interferes with a service's normal operation or unreasonably hinders participation, while explicitly allowing free speech as long as it adheres to these specific time, place, and manner restrictions. Violators face escalating civil fines ranging from $2,500 for a first offense to $10,000 for subsequent offenses, assessed by the Attorney General. Additionally, the act permits aggrieved individuals, the U.S. Attorney General, or state attorneys general to file civil lawsuits seeking injunctive relief, compensatory damages, and attorney fees.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill expands criminalization by creating a new federal offense for disrupting worship, which aligns with indicators of expanding criminal law rather than reform.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5229: SWIPES Act

The SWIPES Act strengthens federal laws against financial fraud by explicitly including gift cards and digital credentials in the definition of "access devices" under existing statutes. It significantly increases prison sentences for individuals who traffic large quantities of counterfeit or unauthorized access devices, with penalties reaching up to 30 years for offenses involving more than 1,000 items. Additionally, the bill introduces a new federal offense that mandates an extra two-year consecutive prison sentence for anyone who commits fraud against victims over the age of 60.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill explicitly increases prison sentences to up to 30 years and introduces new federal offenses with mandatory penalties, aligning with indicators for opposing criminal justice reform by expanding punishment.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill enhances cybersecurity by criminalizing fraud involving digital credentials and gift cards, protecting users from financial harm in the digital economy.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9850: No Deliveries Act

The No Deliveries Act amends federal immigration laws to increase penalties for individuals who knowingly enter the United States specifically to give birth and misrepresent their true purpose. Under this bill, anyone convicted of this offense could face fines and imprisonment of up to 25 years, with a mandatory minimum of 10 years if the child is born in the U.S. Additionally, the legislation grants federal courts the authority to immediately order the removal of convicted aliens at the time of sentencing. This law directly affects non-citizens attempting to bypass immigration requirements by using childbirth as a means to gain entry.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases penalties and mandatory minimums, expanding criminalization and restricting rights.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill increases penalties and mandates removal for immigrants giving birth in the US, restricting access and enforcing stricter immigration controls.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 923: Stop Arming Cartels Act of 2025

The Stop Arming Cartels Act of 2025 prohibits civilian possession, sale, or transfer of rifles capable of firing .50 caliber ammunition, with exceptions for government use and rifles lawfully owned before the bill's enactment. It requires owners of such rifles to register them with the federal government within 12 months, without fees, and adds these rifles to the National Firearms Act registry. The bill also creates new federal firearm restrictions for significant foreign narcotics traffickers identified under the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act and expands reporting requirements for rifle sales to include all rifles. This directly affects civilian rifle owners, sellers, and individuals designated as foreign narcotics traffickers.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts civilian firearm ownership and expands federal registration requirements, limiting individual rights under the guise of criminal justice reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Drug Policy Firearms

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 11, 2026

S 4775: Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act

The Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act expands legal protections for firearm manufacturers and sellers by immediately dismissing any lawsuits currently pending against them that allege harm caused by the criminal or unlawful misuse of their products. The bill defines these protected cases as those where the injury resulted from a third party's illegal actions rather than a defect in the product itself, while explicitly excluding claims involving negligent entrustment, specific federal violations, or design defects. To enforce these protections, the law allows defendants to remove such cases from state courts to federal court and grants them the right to appeal dismissal orders immediately. Additionally, the legislation preempts state and local laws that attempt to hold these companies liable for product misuse and provides for attorney's fees for defendants who successfully assert their immunity.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill limits civil liability for firearm manufacturers regarding third-party misuse, reducing accountability for public safety harms.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Firearms

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9298: Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act

This bill, known as the Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act, expands legal protections for firearm manufacturers and sellers by strengthening their immunity from civil lawsuits. It requires courts to immediately dismiss any pending cases against these companies that are based on the criminal or unlawful misuse of a gun by a third party, while also clarifying that sellers are not liable for negligence in entrusting products to others. The legislation further restricts who can file such suits by prohibiting foreign governments from bringing these claims and adding a specific exception for victims under the age of 17, though it maintains immunity for cases involving design or manufacturing defects. Additionally, the bill allows companies to move these cases to federal court and grants them the right to appeal dismissal orders immediately, along with the ability to recover legal fees if they win. Finally, it preempts state and local laws that attempt to impose liability on these entities for the same types of misuse-related harms.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts civil liability for gun misuse, limiting accountability and reducing remedies for victims of criminal violence.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Firearms

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 2, 2026

SJRES 195: A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Full Accountability in Arrest Reporting Temporary Amendment Act of 2026.

This joint resolution expresses the U.S. Congress's disapproval of a specific law passed by the District of Columbia Council. The targeted law, known as the Full Accountability in Arrest Reporting Temporary Amendment Act of 2026, was enacted in April 2026 to modify how arrest data is reported in the district. By formally rejecting this local legislation, the resolution prevents the proposed changes from taking effect or being implemented under federal oversight. The measure directly involves the relationship between the federal government and the local legislative authority of Washington, D.C.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill blocks a DC law enhancing arrest reporting accountability, limiting transparency and oversight in law enforcement.85% confidence

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