HR 8843 United States House · 119th Congress

FAFO Act

The Federal Accountability for Felony Obstruction Act expands the legal definition of domestic terrorism to include acts that obstruct law enforcement officers or individuals seeking medical attention. By amending existing federal statutes, the bill ensures that property damage occurring during such obstructions is counted as part of the terrorist classification. This change directly affects individuals who engage in violent resistance against police or emergency responders, potentially increasing the severity of charges they face. The legislation focuses on tightening the criteria for what constitutes domestic terrorism rather than altering the underlying penalties for the acts themselves.
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Introduced May 15, 2026 Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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