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Introduced
04/11/2024
04/11/2024
In Committee
04/11/2024
04/11/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To increase penalties for child pornography.
AI Summary
This bill, the Holding Child Predators Accountable Act, aims to increase penalties for child pornography-related offenses. Specifically, it amends the relevant sections of the U.S. Code to state that individuals who possess, produce, or distribute child pornography shall be fined and punished by either death or life imprisonment. This represents a significant increase in the potential sentences for these types of crimes, reflecting the gravity of the offenses and the desire to hold perpetrators fully accountable.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (on 04/11/2024)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
- ‐ Sex Offenses, Child Pornography, and Sexual Assault
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7955/all-info | 04/12/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr7955/BILLS-118hr7955ih.pdf | 04/25/2024 |
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