Public Transit Crime Prevention Act
This bill creates federal crimes targeting vandalism and assaults on public transit systems. It makes damaging vehicles or facilities with graffiti punishable by up to 5 years in prison (10 years for repeat offenses or $1,000+ damage), and assaults on workers or passengers punishable by 5-20 years (15-20 years with weapons, injury, or prior convictions). Courts must order full restitution for property damage. The law applies only to transit systems using federal funds, affecting interstate commerce, or involved in commerce.
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Nov 2025
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Introduced Nov 20, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Nov 20, 2025
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Tim Burchett
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