Criminal Justice

in committee · United States · House Jul 27, 2026

HR 9961: No Campaign Funded Cover-Ups Act

This bill, known as the No Campaign Funded Cover-Ups Act, restricts how candidates and federal officials can use campaign money or legal expense funds when facing accusations of sexual assault, abuse, or harassment. Under the new rules, these funds cannot pay for legal fees, settlements, court judgments, or private investigations aimed at discrediting the accuser. The legislation also requires detailed reporting of any legal expenses paid from these sources and applies retroactively to payments made in the two years before the law takes effect.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts using campaign funds to discredit accusers in sexual assault cases, enhancing accountability and protecting victims' rights within the justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Violent Crime

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passed · United States · House Sep 22, 2026

HR 9576: National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026

This bill creates a new National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice to lead efforts against fraud targeting the federal government, federally funded programs, and American citizens. The division will be headed by an Assistant Attorney General appointed by the President and Senate, who will oversee complex investigations, guide local prosecutors, and coordinate with other federal agencies to stop organized fraud schemes. Additionally, the leader of this new unit will set national enforcement priorities and suggest legal or regulatory changes to fix systemic weaknesses that allow fraud to occur.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens law enforcement by creating a new division to combat fraud, enhancing the justice system's ability to protect citizens and federal programs.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9803: Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act of 2026

The Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act of 2026 aims to combat fraud by increasing criminal penalties for individuals who falsely represent themselves as immigration lawyers or provide fraudulent services. It requires non-lawyer immigration service providers to identify themselves on applications and allows victims of unauthorized practice of law to withdraw and resubmit their immigration forms without penalty. The bill also empowers the Attorney General to issue civil injunctions against fraudulent providers and mandates that convicted fraudsters reimburse their clients for services rendered. To support legitimate legal aid, the legislation authorizes funding for outreach programs and grants to nonprofit organizations that provide direct legal assistance to immigrants.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill combats fraud and unauthorized practice of law, protecting victims and enhancing integrity within the legal and immigration justice systems.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects immigrants from legal exploitation and fraud, ensuring access to legitimate services and preventing unauthorized practice of law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Citizenship & Naturalization Immigrant Services

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 14, 2026

S 4976: Native Children’s Commission Implementation Act of 2026

This bill establishes the Native Children's Commission Implementation Act of 2026 to improve health, education, and safety outcomes for Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian children and families. It creates several new advisory committees within federal agencies to provide ongoing guidance on issues such as juvenile justice, maternal health, substance abuse, and environmental protection. The legislation also authorizes grants and pilot programs to expand access to mental health services, increase the perinatal workforce, support Native language schools, and provide housing assistance for homeless youth and families. Additionally, it modifies existing laws to allow Tribes greater flexibility in administering nutrition and child care programs while ensuring they receive adequate funding for administrative costs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates advisory committees specifically for juvenile justice and funds programs to improve safety outcomes for Native children, indicating support for criminal justice reform.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly aims to improve education outcomes for Native children through new advisory committees and authorized grants for educational access.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates advisory committees specifically for environmental protection issues, indicating support for the topic.60% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly creates advisory committees for maternal health and substance abuse, and authorizes grants to expand mental health services for Native children.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9756: MAT Act of 2026

The Maternal Access to Treatment Act of 2026 requires the Bureau of Prisons to offer medication-assisted treatment to pregnant inmates addicted to opioids. This provision ensures that pregnant women in federal custody have access to medical care for opioid use disorder, unless they explicitly choose to decline the treatment while remaining mentally competent. The bill directly affects the Bureau of Prisons and pregnant incarcerated women by mandating the availability of this specific medical service.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates medical treatment for pregnant inmates, enhancing rehabilitation and protecting civil rights within the corrections system.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates medication-assisted treatment for pregnant inmates, expanding access to essential healthcare services and protecting patient rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9491: Prison to Proprietorship Act

The Prison to Proprietorship Act amends the Small Business Act to require entrepreneurship counseling and training for incarcerated individuals in federal prisons classified as minimum, low, or medium security. This program mandates that women's business centers and small business development centers provide specific services, including classroom instruction, self-study materials, and one-on-one coaching to help participants develop business plans and access capital. The bill establishes a matching plan to connect these centers with inmates who will be released within 18 months and allows services to continue after release. Additionally, the legislation requires annual reporting on the number of participants and their demographics, along with funding provisions to reimburse centers for delivering these educational services.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes rehabilitation and entrepreneurship training to reduce recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates entrepreneurship training and counseling for incarcerated individuals, expanding educational access and skill development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5057: Safeguarding Against Fabricated Exploitation Through Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026

This bill prohibits federal agencies from purchasing or using artificial intelligence models that fail to meet specific safety standards designed to prevent the creation of child sexual abuse material and non-consensual intimate images of adults. It requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish performance benchmarks and a testing program within 180 days of enactment, while also mandating that agencies remove non-compliant software from their systems. The legislation includes a "cure" option allowing vendors to fix identified flaws at their own expense to avoid removal, and it bans the sale of tools specifically designed to bypass these safety controls. Additionally, the bill creates a private right of action, enabling individuals whose images are used to generate illegal content to sue developers for damages or injunctive relief.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by mandating AI safety standards to prevent child sexual abuse material and non-consensual intimate images.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes safety standards and benchmarks for AI to prevent harmful content, enhancing cybersecurity and digital safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4877: Military Sexual Trauma Accountability Act

The Military Sexual Trauma Accountability Act allows members of the U.S. Armed Forces to file lawsuits against the government if they suffer injury or death due to sexual misconduct by other service members or because the military failed to prevent or investigate such incidents. This law defines sexual misconduct to include rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment, and it permits claims even when the government was negligent in its duties. The bill ensures that these claims are not reduced by any health benefits or services the veteran receives and sets a five-year time limit for filing, which pauses during any ongoing investigation. Additionally, the statute applies to cases that occurred before the law was passed, provided the filing deadline is calculated from the date of enactment.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances accountability and protects civil rights by allowing lawsuits against the government for sexual misconduct, strengthening justice for victims.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill strengthens protections for veterans by enabling legal recourse for sexual trauma suffered during service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 20, 2026

S 5033: Judicial FOIA Expansion Act

The Judicial FOIA Expansion Act requires federal courts to release specific records to the public under the Freedom of Information Act. This law mandates the disclosure of attorney disciplinary actions, complaints against judges, meeting minutes, jury selection forms, and performance reports, while explicitly excluding information about ongoing cases. The bill also directs courts to provide this data in machine-readable formats and authorizes $10 million in funding to establish an office within the Administrative Office of the United States Courts to manage these requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances judicial transparency and accountability by mandating public disclosure of disciplinary records and performance reports, which strengthens oversight within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates machine-readable data formats and funding for transparency, advancing digital access and data utility.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · United States · House Jul 30, 2026

HR 9986: Read for Reentry Act of 2026

The Read for Reentry Act of 2026 directs the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on library services within state and federal prisons. This report will examine who currently has access to these services, how they are funded, and the demographic characteristics of incarcerated individuals who use them. The study will also analyze specific outcomes related to recidivism, parole compliance, workforce placement, and disciplinary infractions for those released from facilities offering library programs. Ultimately, the bill aims to gather data to inform Congress about the current state and impact of prison libraries.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates a study on prison library services to analyze recidivism and rehabilitation outcomes, aligning with efforts to improve correctional programs and reduce reoffending.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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