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This bill proposes to create a new federal criminal offense that makes it illegal to intentionally obstruct interstate highways. Specifically, the bill defines obstruction as deliberately delaying traffic, standing or approaching vehicles, or endangering vehicle movement on an interstate highway with the intent to disrupt normal highway use. The proposed law would impose significant penalties, including fines up to $10,000 and imprisonment for up to 15 years for basic violations. The penalties become more severe if an emergency vehicle is obstructed, with potential fines up to $15,000, and even more severe if the obstruction results in someone's death, which could lead to life imprisonment. The bill includes an exception for lawful activities authorized by government entities, and would be added as Section 1370 to Chapter 65 of Title 18 of the United States Code. The legislation defines an interstate highway as a road within the Interstate System, and is formally titled the "Safe Passage on Interstates Act of 2025," aiming to ensure clear and unimpeded travel on major highways by establishing clear criminal penalties for intentional disruptions.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1057/all-info