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- H.R.5809
H.R.5809: Back the Blue Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced July 14, 2016
- Latest Major Action Aug. 11, 2016
- See the five similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
12 (All Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - July 14, 2016
Bill Summary
Back the Blue Act of 2016 This bill amends the federal criminal code by establishing mandatory minimum sentences of 10 years in prison for offenders who kill, or attempt or conspire to kill, current or former U.S. judges and federal law enforcement officers. Offenders are subject to 30 years in prison or the death penalty if death results. Additionally, the bill makes it illegal to kill, or attempt or conspire to kill, current or former...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Aug. 11, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
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| Aug. 11, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
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| July 14, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| July 14, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Ted Poe (R-Texas) |