Bill > HR4310

This bill, known as the "Back the Blue Act of 2025," introduces several provisions to enhance legal protections and support for law enforcement officers. The bill creates new federal criminal offenses with significant penalties for killing or assaulting law enforcement officers, including federal, state, and local officers who are part of federally funded agencies. It establishes that killing a current or former law enforcement officer, federal judge, or public safety officer can result in imprisonment for at least 10 years to life, or potentially the death penalty. The bill also introduces specific penalties for assaulting law enforcement officers, with increased prison terms based on the severity of the assault, ranging from 1 year to 20 years depending on the circumstances. Additionally, the legislation expands self-defense rights for law enforcement officers, allows them greater flexibility in carrying firearms, and provides grants to improve relationships between law enforcement agencies and their communities. The bill includes provisions for federal prosecution of such crimes, with specific requirements for the Attorney General to certify the need for federal intervention, and limits certain habeas corpus appeals in cases involving the killing of law enforcement officers. The overall aim is to provide stronger legal protections and support for law enforcement professionals across the United States.

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