Criminal Justice

in committee · United States · House Jan 8, 2026

HR 6975: Fraud Accountability Act

This bill amends U.S. immigration law to make fraud convictions deportable without requiring a specific fraud loss amount. It directly affects non-citizens (aliens) convicted of fraud against private individuals, businesses, or government entities, and naturalized U.S. citizens convicted of such fraud. Key provisions include adding fraud to the list of deportable offenses under Section 237(a)(2) and enabling courts to revoke citizenship and cancel naturalization certificates for naturalized citizens convicted of qualifying fraud offenses. The changes apply to fraud committed on or after September 30, 1996, that wasn’t already charged before the bill’s enactment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands deportation for fraud convictions, increasing punitive measures in immigration enforcement without criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationAdds fraud convictions to deportable offenses without loss amount requirement, increasing enforcement against immigrants and naturalized citizens.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 30, 2025

S 2540: Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Justice Grant Reauthorization Act

The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Justice Grant Reauthorization Act (S 2540) extends federal funding for state and local programs that provide addiction treatment and recovery services to individuals involved in the justice system, such as those in courts or correctional facilities. It updates the authorization period from 2019-2023 to 2026-2030, ensuring continued support through 2030 without altering annual funding amounts. This reauthorization directly affects state and local agencies administering these grants, which help connect people with substance use disorders to treatment while navigating legal processes. The bill does not specify new funding levels but secures program continuity by extending the timeframe for grant distribution.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds addiction treatment in justice system to reduce recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of rehabilitation and reducing reoffending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends federal funding for addiction treatment in justice system, directly supporting mental health services and public health programs without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 13, 2025

S 1069: RECLAIM Act

This bill amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to strengthen consequences for organizations violating federal civil rights laws while receiving federal funding. It requires recipients found noncompliant to repay all federal funds received for the entire fiscal year (even if unspent) and expands penalties from single programs to all programs/activities funded by the recipient. It also blocks all new federal funding to such recipients for up to one year after a court issues an injunction for violations, requiring agencies to notify all federal departments. The bill directly affects schools, hospitals, and nonprofits receiving federal funds who violate civil rights laws. The changes aim to ensure accountability by making financial penalties more severe and systemic.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAmends Civil Rights Act to strengthen penalties for violations by federally funded entities, protecting civil rights and enhancing accountability in criminal justice systems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Courts

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2025

HR 4127: Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act

This bill establishes two grant programs to address technological abuse against victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It authorizes a 5-year pilot program (with up to 15 grants of $2 million each) for partnerships between tech-focused schools, tech companies, and domestic violence centers to provide victims with new devices and combat tech abuse. A separate $20 million grant program funds nonprofits and schools to develop training materials for service providers on preventing and responding to technological abuse. The bill directly affects victims experiencing tech-based stalking or monitoring and the organizations that support them, focusing on practical resources and education rather than new legal requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds tech safety grants for victims of domestic violence and related crimes, directly enhancing victim protection within criminal justice reform efforts.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds tech partnerships to combat digital abuse, enhancing victim privacy and security through device provision and training programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Human Trafficking Violent Crime Online Safety

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in committee · United States · House Apr 29, 2025

HR 3081: Law Enforcement Solidarity Act

HR 3081, the Law Enforcement Solidarity Act, restricts federal funding for jurisdictions that prohibit local law enforcement from cooperating with federal officers. Beginning 60 days after enactment, such jurisdictions become ineligible for federal funds intended to provide services like food, shelter, healthcare, legal aid, or transportation to undocumented immigrants. The bill defines a "jurisdiction with law enforcement cooperation restrictions" as any state or local government that blocks officials from assisting, aiding, or responding to federal law enforcement requests. This directly affects local governments with policies limiting collaboration with federal immigration enforcement. The law aims to link federal funding eligibility to cooperation with federal law enforcement on immigration matters.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts funding for jurisdictions blocking federal law enforcement cooperation, opposing local reform efforts by mandating federal alignment.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts funding for immigrant services unless jurisdictions cooperate with federal enforcement, mandating enforcement cooperation and defunding protections for undocumented immigrants.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill defunds transportation services (for undocumented immigrants) in jurisdictions restricting federal law enforcement cooperation, aligning with 'defund' indicator.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 8, 2025

HR 2726: Paula Bohovesky and Joan D’Alessandro Act

HR 2726, the Paula Bohovesky and Joan D’Alessandro Act, amends federal sentencing law to increase mandatory minimum prison time for certain sex crimes against children. It directly affects individuals convicted of sexual offenses where the victim was under 18 years old. The key provision adds a requirement that if the victim is a minor and the crime was a sexual offense, the mandatory minimum sentence becomes 14 years (previously applicable only to other cases). This change applies to federal prosecutions under Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 3559.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory minimum sentences for child sex crimes, expanding harsher penalties under criminal justice sentencing laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Human Trafficking Sentencing

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passed · United States · House Jan 13, 2026

HR 909: Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025

HR 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, modifies how funds from the False Claims Act are deposited into the Crime Victims Fund. It specifies that from 2025 through 2029, certain False Claims Act proceeds (specifically those for qui tam plaintiff payments and government damage reimbursements) cannot be deposited into the fund. This change directly affects the composition of the Crime Victims Fund by excluding these specific revenue streams during the specified period. The bill does not create new benefits or alter victim services; it only adjusts fund allocation rules for existing False Claims Act revenues.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExcludes False Claims Act proceeds from Crime Victims Fund, reducing its funding source and defunding essential program.85% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExcludes False Claims Act proceeds from Crime Victims Fund, reducing available funding for victims' services, aligning with defunding indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 20, 2025

S 679: LEOSA Reform Act

S 679 amends federal law to clarify that active and retired law enforcement officers meeting specific criteria can carry concealed firearms in more locations, including national parks and certain federal facilities like public areas of federal buildings. The bill requires retired officers to have completed recent firearms training (within 12-36 months) and provide certification from their former agency, state, or a certified instructor. It also specifies that these provisions do not apply to property used by common carriers (such as airports) or public property. These changes update the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 to expand officers' ability to carry concealed weapons under federal law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands concealed carry rights for law enforcement officers in federal facilities, strengthening officer safety and operational capabilities under criminal justice policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jan 14, 2026

HR 7060: No Political Enemies Act

HR 7060, the "No Political Enemies Act," prohibits federal officials from targeting individuals or domestic entities for exercising constitutionally protected speech or assembly. It creates an affirmative defense for defendants who show government enforcement actions were "substantially motivated" by such protected activity (Section 4), allows civil lawsuits for injunctions against politically motivated actions (Section 6), and enables damage claims if officials knowingly targeted protected speech (Section 7). The bill also requires the Justice Department to submit quarterly reports on sensitive investigations to Congress (Section 10) and bans federal funding for enforcement actions based on protected speech (Section 9). It directly affects government officials who initiate enforcement actions and covers individuals or organizations engaging in protected expression.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects constitutional speech/assembly from government enforcement targeting, aligning with civil rights and accountability in criminal justice reform.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2901: Department of Homeland Security Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Act

This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to strengthen the role of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. It requires the DHS Secretary to assign permanent staff and dedicated resources to support the officer's duties, ensuring they have consistent capacity to address civil rights concerns. The bill directly affects DHS agencies and the public interacting with them, as it mandates structural support for the officer's oversight role. The key change is the requirement for permanent staffing and resources, moving beyond temporary arrangements to provide ongoing civil rights oversight within DHS.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens DHS civil rights oversight, promoting accountability and protection of civil rights in law enforcement - a core criminal justice reform element.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationStrengthens civil rights oversight in DHS, protecting immigrants from enforcement abuses through dedicated resources for officer duties90% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Tags Civil Liberties

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