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This bill, known as the "Public Transit Crime Prevention Act," amends Title 18 of the United States Code to establish new federal criminal offenses related to mass transportation systems. Specifically, the bill creates two new sections: one addressing vandalism and graffiti, and another addressing assaults. For vandalism and graffiti, the bill makes it a crime to deface mass transportation vehicles, facilities, or property, or to possess tools with intent to cause such damage. Penalties range from fines and up to 5 years imprisonment for basic offenses, to up to 10 years for more serious cases involving significant damage or repeat offenses. For assaults, the bill criminalizes attacks on transit workers and passengers, with minimum sentences of 5 years for simple assault and 15-20 years for aggravated assault (involving dangerous weapons, causing serious injury, or being a repeat offender). The law applies to situations involving interstate commerce, federally funded transportation systems, or transportation vehicles and facilities used in interstate commerce. Additionally, the bill mandates that courts order full restitution for any damage caused, ensuring that transportation agencies can recover the costs of repairs and cleanup.

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