Criminal Justice

in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 5024: Stop PRC Economic Espionage Act of 2026

The Stop PRC Economic Espionage Act of 2026 expands the definition of a foreign instrumentality under U.S. law to include entities domiciled in covered nations, in addition to those substantially owned by foreign governments. This change directly affects investigations into economic espionage by broadening the scope of organizations that can be legally classified as foreign agents for the purpose of criminal prosecution. By amending the United States Code, the bill ensures that companies based in specific foreign countries are treated with the same scrutiny as those owned by foreign governments when accused of stealing trade secrets. The provision relies on existing definitions of covered nations found in the National Defense Authorization Act to determine which countries are included in this expanded category.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands legal definitions to strengthen economic espionage investigations and prosecution capabilities.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by expanding legal definitions to combat foreign economic espionage and protect national data security.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House May 12, 2026

HCONRES 98: Expressing support for America's law enforcement professionals.

This concurrent resolution expresses Congress's support for law enforcement officers and honors those who have died or been injured while performing their duties. The document highlights the dangers officers face, noting high rates of assaults and suicide, as well as current staffing shortages compared to pre-2020 levels. It calls for increased measures to improve officer safety, including more personnel, better training and equipment, stricter penalties for assaulting officers, and expanded mental health resources. This non-binding measure does not create new laws or allocate funding but serves to formally recognize the contributions of police professionals and urge government bodies to provide necessary support.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly supports law enforcement, calls for increased safety measures, better training, and stricter penalties for assaulting officers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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passed · United States · House May 13, 2026

HRES 1252: Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

This resolution expresses support for police officers and other law enforcement personnel. The resolution further recognizes law enforcement officers across the United States in the pursuit of preserving safe and secure communities; the need to ensure that such officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety while they are protecting the public; and the law enforcement community for acts of sacrifice and heroism. The resolution expresses condolences and appreciation to the loved ones of each law enforcement officer who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill honors and supports law enforcement, aligning with protecting those who preserve community safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HRES 1173: Expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".

This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "Second Chance Month" to raise awareness about barriers faced by people with criminal records. The bill does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight challenges in employment, housing, and education for formerly incarcerated individuals. It calls on communities, employers, and organizations to promote awareness of these obstacles and encourage efforts to help people reintegrate into society. The resolution honors the bipartisan First Step Act of 2018 and the Second Chance Act of 2007, which provide reentry services to incarcerated individuals.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals by raising awareness about barriers to employment, housing, and education, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill promotes employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals by raising awareness of employment barriers and encouraging employer support for reintegration.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 4105: Naturalization Accountability Act

This bill, titled the Naturalization Accountability Act, would allow the government to revoke the citizenship of naturalized Americans who have been convicted of any felony crime, regardless of when the crime occurred. It also removes the five-year time limit on revoking citizenship for those who joined certain totalitarian or treasonous organizations, and eliminates the ten-year statute of limitations for prosecuting fraud related to obtaining citizenship or naturalization. These changes would directly affect naturalized citizens and the legal process for enforcing immigration laws, making it easier to remove citizenship in cases of serious criminal convictions or citizenship fraud without time restrictions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by allowing citizenship revocation for felons, removing time limits on revocation for treasonous organizations, and eliminating statute of limitations for fraud related to naturalization.92% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant protections by allowing citizenship revocation for any felony without time limits, increasing enforcement against naturalized citizens.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 11, 2025

HR 4320: Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Public Safety Improvement Act of 2025

This bill requires trucking companies operating vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds to report positive hair drug test results from pre-employment or random tests to the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. It mandates that such tests come only from laboratories accredited by the College of American Pathologists for forensic hair testing and must follow Department of Health and Human Services scientific guidelines when available. The law updates existing reporting rules to include hair test results alongside traditional urine tests in the clearinghouse system. This directly affects commercial motor vehicle employers and drivers subject to federal drug testing requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens public safety by requiring reporting of drug test results for commercial trucking, enhancing oversight and accountability in transportation safety regulations.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates drug testing reporting to improve workplace safety for commercial drivers, aligning with workplace safety protections under Labor & Employment.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates drug testing for commercial truck drivers to enhance transportation safety, aligning with safety standards for vehicle operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight

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in committee · United States · House Jun 4, 2025

HRES 472: Condemning the antisemitic terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado.

HRES 472 is a symbolic House resolution condemning an antisemitic terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, on June 1, 2025, which targeted Jewish individuals. The resolution explicitly condemns the attack - where the perpetrator used Molotov cocktails against victims aged 52-88, including a Holocaust survivor - and calls for prosecuting the perpetrator. It also expresses concern about rising antisemitism on campuses and online, while urging Congress to secure borders and deport visa overstayers (though this is a symbolic call, not a new law). The resolution directly affects the Boulder Jewish community and victims of the attack, with no new policy changes enacted.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill calls for prosecuting perpetrator and condemns hate crime, directly supporting criminal justice enforcement and accountability.90% confidence

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passed · United States · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SRES 55: A resolution recognizing January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month".

SRES 55 is a Senate resolution designating January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month." It formally recognizes the value of mentoring relationships in supporting youth development, highlighting benefits like improved academic outcomes, mental health, career exploration, and reduced juvenile delinquency. The resolution encourages expanding mentoring programs in communities, schools, and workplaces to address the "mentoring gap" where one-third of U.S. youth lack consistent mentorship. As a symbolic measure, it aims to raise public awareness and promote cross-sector collaboration without creating new laws or funding.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes mentoring programs to reduce juvenile delinquency, which directly addresses criminal justice reform by preventing youth from entering the justice system.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes mentoring programs in schools for improved academic outcomes and addresses 'mentoring gap,' encouraging expansion to support youth development within education context.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 15, 2025

S 2293: Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025

This bill amends the Anti-Terrorism Act of 1987 to prohibit U.S. operations by the Muslim Brotherhood and its branches, defining it as a terrorist organization. It imposes mandatory visa ineligibility and visa revocation for foreign individuals identified as Muslim Brotherhood members, including those affiliated with groups like Hamas. The bill requires the Secretary of State to annually report to Congress identifying global Muslim Brotherhood branches and determine if they meet criteria for foreign terrorist organization designation under existing law. If designated, the President must impose sanctions, including foreign terrorist organization status and asset-blocking under Executive Order 13224, with sanctions remaining in place for at least four years for any identified branch.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill designates Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organization, enhancing national security and law enforcement capabilities through expanded criminalization of designated groups.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Aug 20, 2026

HR 309: National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act. [ sic ] This bill temporarily directs the Department of the Interior to award a grant to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund for the expenses associated with operating and enhancing the community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs of the National Law Enforcement Museum.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds community outreach and officer wellness programs via National Law Enforcement Museum, supporting police-community relations and officer safety within criminal justice framework.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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