Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement)

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4921: Blair Holt Firearm Owner Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2026

The Blair Holt Firearm Owner Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2026 requires most individuals to obtain a federal firearm owner license to possess handguns or semiautomatic rifles, with specific exemptions for licensed dealers, law enforcement, and minors under supervision. To get this license, applicants must submit detailed personal information, including fingerprints and mental health records, and undergo a background check administered by the Attorney General. The bill also mandates that licensed dealers record every sale or transfer of these firearms in a federal database and report the transaction details within 14 days. Additionally, the law prohibits unlicensed individuals from transferring firearms to other unlicensed people without the involvement of a licensed dealer and imposes strict penalties for failing to report lost or stolen guns or failing to notify authorities of address changes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens public safety by implementing federal firearm licensing and background checks, reducing unauthorized access to weapons.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 27, 2026

S 4723: Eliminate PRC Organized Crime Act

The Eliminate Chinese Organized Crime Act establishes a new program to provide financial and technical assistance to law enforcement agencies in Latin American and Caribbean countries. This funding is intended to help these agencies investigate and prosecute criminal groups linked to China that engage in activities such as drug trafficking, money laundering, and foreign interference. The assistance includes training on financial investigations, digital forensics support, and consultation with U.S. law enforcement experts, while also implementing vetting measures to ensure recipient agencies are not compromised. Additionally, the bill requires the Director of National Intelligence to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the assistance provided and summarizing known criminal activities and any law enforcement support received from China in the region.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding and technical assistance to law enforcement to investigate and prosecute criminal groups, directly strengthening criminal justice capabilities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 17, 2026

S 4821: STOP Scams Against Seniors Act

The STOP Scams Against Seniors Act authorizes the use of federal Byrne grant funds to create and run task forces specifically designed to combat financial scams targeting individuals aged 60 and older. These task forces would bring together local law enforcement, prosecutors, and federal agencies like the FBI and FTC to investigate fraud cases and assist victims. To ensure accountability, the bill requires grant recipients to submit detailed annual reports on the number of cases handled, victims supported, and the specific types of scams encountered. Additionally, the Attorney General must provide a yearly summary of this data to Congress.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill authorizes federal funds to create task forces combating financial scams, enhancing law enforcement capabilities and victim assistance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 8927: Stop the Doxx Act

The Stop the Doxx Act makes it a federal crime to publicly share personal information, such as home addresses or phone numbers, about law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, or their immediate family members with the intent to threaten or intimidate them. Under this law, individuals found guilty face prison sentences of up to 10 years for a first offense, with penalties increasing to 20 years for repeat offenses or up to 40 years if the act results in injury or death. The bill also allows victims to sue for damages and requires the Attorney General to create a free, annual training program to help these public servants protect their personal data online.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens law enforcement by criminalizing doxxing intended to intimidate officers, judges, and prosecutors, thereby protecting judicial and law enforcement personnel.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jul 17, 2026

HR 9472: The Protecting Homeowners from Squatters Act

This bill, known as the Protecting Homeowners from Squatters Act, aims to stop people from illegally occupying homes by defining squatting as entering a property and staying there for at least 10 to 14 days without the owner's permission or payment of rent. It directs local law enforcement to quickly remove squatters and prosecute them according to local laws while prohibiting the use of federal benefits to support or encourage such behavior. The legislation also ties federal housing funds to local compliance by withholding Community Development Block Grant money from jurisdictions that allow squatting or grant special tenant rights to squatters, and it bars federal mortgage support for loans secured by properties in those non-compliant areas.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens law enforcement authority to remove squatters and mandates prosecution, aligning with enforcing property laws and supporting criminal justice enforcement.65% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects property owners' rights by criminalizing squatting, thereby safeguarding housing stability and preventing unauthorized occupation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Community Development Mortgages Tenant Rights

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9276: Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Enforcement and Coordination Act

The Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Enforcement and Coordination Act establishes a new task force within the Department of Justice to coordinate efforts against cryptocurrency theft. Led by the Attorney General, this group will include representatives from agencies such as the FBI and the Treasury to improve how federal, state, and local law enforcement investigate and prosecute these crimes. The task force is responsible for sharing information, providing training on digital evidence collection, and identifying gaps in current laws without creating new criminal offenses or regulating digital assets. Additionally, the Attorney General must submit annual reports to Congress detailing the task force's activities and offering recommendations for future improvements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates a DOJ task force to coordinate cryptocurrency theft investigations and prosecutions, directly strengthening law enforcement and criminal justice efforts.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by creating a task force to combat cryptocurrency theft and improve digital evidence collection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 4670: Enhanced Alerts for Missing Loved Ones with Disabilities Act of 2026

This bill updates federal guidelines to better assist law enforcement in locating missing adults and children with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's disease, or dementia. It requires alert systems to explicitly include these specific conditions and mandates new training programs for agencies on how to effectively respond to cases involving these vulnerable populations. By amending existing laws, the legislation ensures that search efforts are tailored to the unique needs of individuals with cognitive or developmental impairments.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances law enforcement capabilities and mandates training for vulnerable populations, strengthening criminal justice response to missing persons cases.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens support for vulnerable populations by improving emergency response systems and mandating specialized training for law enforcement to better serve individuals with disabilities and dementia.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9189: Right to Record Act of 2026

The Right to Record Act of 2026 establishes a federal legal right for individuals to record, observe, or peacefully protest federal law enforcement activities in public view. It creates a new civil cause of action that allows individuals to sue federal officers and the United States government for specific retaliatory actions, such as arresting someone for recording or threatening them with database inclusion. Under this bill, violators could face civil penalties of up to $100,000 in punitive damages if the misconduct was done with malice or reckless disregard for rights. The law also mandates annual training for federal officers on respecting these rights while enforcing the law and clarifies that the right does not extend to physically restraining an officer.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability and protects civil rights by establishing a right to record and allowing lawsuits against retaliatory federal officers.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects digital rights by establishing a legal right to record law enforcement, preventing retaliation for using technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 8, 2026

S 4695: CONSENT Act

The CONSENT Act establishes a federal civil remedy for individuals who receive unsolicited intimate visual depictions, including those created using artificial intelligence or deepfake technology, without their consent. It defines consent as a voluntary and conscious authorization and prohibits the transmission of such images when the sender knows or should know the recipient has not agreed to receive them. Victims can sue for damages up to $1,000 or compensation for emotional distress, along with court orders to stop the distribution, while minors can file suit through guardians with their identities kept private. The law explicitly excludes good faith transmissions for medical, educational, or law enforcement purposes and clarifies that it does not override existing criminal laws or First Amendment rights.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes civil remedies for non-consensual intimate imagery, enhancing victim protection and accountability within the justice system.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects individuals from non-consensual deepfakes, enhancing digital privacy and cybersecurity against harmful AI misuse.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 4678: SIMS Act

The SIMS Act prohibits companies from creating or operating chatbots that simulate minors engaging in sexually explicit conduct or conversations. This law applies to any person offering such software in the United States and defines a minor as anyone under 18 years old. While the ban covers simulations of real or fictional minors, it includes specific exemptions for law enforcement agencies investigating child sexual exploitation. Violations can result in criminal fines of up to $100,000 or civil penalties, and the Attorney General is required to submit annual reports on enforcement actions and investigations related to the new rules.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill protects minors from sexual exploitation by banning harmful chatbots, directly supporting child safety and criminal justice reform efforts.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts technology by prohibiting the creation or operation of specific chatbots, limiting innovation in AI and digital communication tools.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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