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US HR8410

US HR8410
Let Trump Speak Act


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Introduced
05/15/2024
In Committee
05/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To prohibit judges from issuing gag orders in certain circumstances.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the "Let Trump Speak Act," aims to prohibit judges from issuing gag orders in certain circumstances. The key provisions of the bill include: 1) Prohibiting judges from issuing gag orders to defendants in criminal or civil proceedings, except to prevent the disclosure of confidential information, protect the privacy of minors, or as part of a plea agreement; 2) Allowing anyone issued a gag order in violation of the Act to file a civil action seeking injunctive relief; and 3) Clarifying that the Act does not limit a judge's authority to issue orders to officers of the court.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (17)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (on 05/15/2024)

Bill Topics

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Freedom of Speech and Religion
Government Operations
  • ‐ Judicial Branch Operations

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8410/all-info 05/16/2024
BillText https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr8410/BILLS-118hr8410ih.pdf 06/26/2024
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