Criminal Justice

in committee · United States · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 9131: Protecting Kids from Creeps Act

The Protecting Kids from Creeps Act prohibits surrogacy agencies, their employees, and sex offenders from participating in surrogacy agreements, directly affecting fertility clinics, staff, and individuals required to register as sex offenders. The bill mandates severe criminal penalties, including fines and prison sentences of at least 10 to 20 years, for knowingly or recklessly facilitating such agreements, while also stripping convicted agencies of their tax-exempt status and eligibility for federal grants. Any surrogacy agreement formed in violation of these rules is declared legally void and unenforceable, meaning it cannot be used to establish parental rights. In cases where a child is born from an illegal agreement, custody decisions will be made solely based on the best interests of the child under the laws of the state where the surrogate lives, ignoring any prior contracts. Additionally, the Attorney General can pursue civil penalties equal to the compensation received or offered for prohibited conduct.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill imposes severe mandatory minimum sentences (10-20 years) and expands criminal liability for facilitating surrogacy, increasing punishment severity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2026

HR 8971: Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2026

The Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2026 establishes a program to allow noncitizen veterans who were previously removed from or barred from entering the United States to return and obtain permanent resident status. It requires government officials to reopen and terminate removal cases for eligible veterans, provided they were not deported due to violent crimes or serious offenses involving at least five years in prison. The bill also mandates that noncitizen service members and veterans cannot be removed unless convicted of a crime of violence, while granting them access to military benefits and a streamlined path to naturalization. Additionally, the law directs immigration authorities to identify at-risk veterans, seek supervisory approval before initiating removal proceedings against them, and annotate official records with specific details about their military service.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill supports criminal justice reform by offering a pathway to residency for noncitizen veterans, excluding those convicted of serious violent crimes, thereby balancing compassion with public safety.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill allows deported noncitizen veterans to return and obtain permanent resident status, directly protecting immigrant rights and facilitating reintegration.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allows noncitizen veterans to return and obtain permanent resident status, protecting their service and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jun 2, 2026

HR 9096: Deport the Terrorists Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Deport the Terrorists Act of 2026, aims to remove from the United States any naturalized citizen convicted of specific terrorism-related crimes. It directly affects individuals who have already become U.S. citizens by automatically revoking their citizenship and declaring their naturalization certificates void upon conviction of offenses such as using weapons of mass destruction or providing material support to terrorists. The law also designates these individuals as deportable aliens and requires the Department of Homeland Security to prioritize their removal from the country. By amending existing immigration laws, the bill ensures that courts have the authority to cancel citizenship immediately following a conviction for these designated offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts criminal justice by automatically revoking citizenship and deporting convicted citizens, effectively limiting due process and rehabilitation opportunities.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates revocation of citizenship and deportation for naturalized citizens, directly restricting immigrant protections and access to the country.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4643: LEO K9 Protection Act

The LEO K9 Protection Act strengthens penalties for harming law enforcement dogs and horses used in official duties, increasing the maximum prison sentence to 15 years. It clarifies that these protections apply to animals assisting federal, state, and local agencies in tasks like crime detection, search and rescue, and military operations, while explicitly exempting individuals acting in good faith to provide emergency veterinary care. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Transportation to create guidelines and regulations allowing emergency medical personnel to treat injured police dogs at the scene and transport them to veterinary facilities. These measures aim to ensure that injured working dogs receive timely medical attention comparable to that provided to human officers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens penalties for harming law enforcement animals, protecting assets used in official duties and enhancing criminal justice enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · United States · House May 26, 2026

HR 9024: Harry Lew and Danny Chen Military Justice Reform Act

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to study whether the military justice system needs a specific law against hazing. The Department must examine how to add a new section to the Uniform Code of Military Justice and create a clear definition for what counts as hazing. Within 180 days of passing, the Secretary must submit a report with their findings and recommendations to Congress. This action directly impacts the Department of Defense and the legislative committees overseeing military affairs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill proposes studying and defining hazing to improve military justice system accountability and protect service members.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill aims to reform military justice by addressing hazing, which protects service members and veterans from abuse and strengthens the military justice system.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9109: Stop ANTIFA Act of 2026

HR 9109, the Stop ANTIFA Act of 2026, officially designates Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization and mandates that federal agencies investigate and dismantle its networks. The bill requires the National Joint Terrorism Task Force to coordinate a national strategy to prosecute crimes related to political violence, including doxing, riots, and assaults on law enforcement, while also targeting the financial supporters and funders of these groups. Additionally, the Act directs the Department of Justice to prioritize investigations into specific violent offenses and instructs the Treasury and IRS to disrupt funding streams and revoke tax-exempt status for entities supporting domestic terrorism.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill designates a group as terrorist, mandates federal investigations, and directs prosecution of political violence, thereby strengthening law enforcement and criminal justice efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HR 9098: Congressional Records Protection Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Congressional Records Protection Act, aims to shield the personal and official communications of Members of Congress and their employees from government searches and subpoenas. It directly affects federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies by prohibiting them from obtaining records related to these individuals unless the person is the specific target of a criminal investigation. Under the new rules, agencies must notify the affected Member or employee before searching their records, except in urgent cases where notice could endanger lives or destroy evidence. Additionally, any materials found during a search that belong to a protected individual cannot be reviewed for 30 days to ensure they are not accessed without proper oversight.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts law enforcement access to records, limiting their ability to investigate and gather evidence against congressional staff.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill strengthens data privacy and digital rights by shielding communications from government searches, aligning with the goal of protecting personal data.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House May 29, 2026

HR 9069: KIDS Act

The KIDS Act restricts U.S. immigration authorities from detaining children, individuals with cognitive disabilities, and their primary caregivers, with limited exceptions for criminal warrants. It also prohibits law enforcement from conducting immigration actions within 1,000 feet of sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, places of worship, and disaster relief sites. If a violation occurs, the bill mandates the immediate release of wrongfully detained individuals and bars the use of information gathered during illegal enforcement actions in future court cases. Additionally, the law requires that any necessary detentions be reported to Congress within 24 hours and prioritizes placing children with parents or designated guardians.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts immigration detention of vulnerable groups and limits police actions near sensitive sites, enhancing civil rights and police accountability.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts immigration enforcement actions against vulnerable groups and limits cooperation with federal authorities, protecting immigrant rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Tags Children

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in committee · United States · House May 26, 2026

HR 9043: Sex Trafficking Demand Reduction Act

This bill, known as the Sex Trafficking Demand Reduction Act, modifies how the United States evaluates foreign countries' efforts to combat human trafficking. It requires these nations to demonstrate serious and sustained actions, such as banning the purchase of commercial sex acts, educating buyers about exploitation, and reducing international sex tourism. These new criteria will be used in future annual reports to determine whether a country meets the minimum standards for eliminating trafficking. Consequently, the bill directly affects how the U.S. government assesses and categorizes the anti-trafficking progress of other nations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by requiring foreign nations to take concrete actions like banning sex purchase and reducing tourism to combat human trafficking.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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passed · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 8775: Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act

The Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act prohibits individuals convicted of certain sex offenses against minors from holding office in labor unions. This change expands the list of disqualifying crimes under the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 to include these specific offenses. The bill takes effect 30 days after it is signed into law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands disqualifying crimes for union office to include sex offenses against minors, protecting victims and enhancing accountability.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill strengthens worker protections by barring sex offenders from union leadership, safeguarding union integrity and member safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Child Labor Collective Bargaining Labor Standards

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