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US HR6054

US HR6054
Unmasking Antifa Act of 2018


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Introduced
06/08/2018
In Committee
07/30/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

115th Congress

Bill Summary

Unmasking Antifa Act of 2018

AI Summary

This bill amends the US criminal code to enhance penalties for certain offenses committed while in disguise, including while wearing a mask. Specifically, the bill creates a new offense of "Interference with protected rights while in disguise," which carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison for anyone, whether acting under color of law or not, who injures, oppresses, threatens, or intimidates another person in the exercise of their constitutional or legal rights while in disguise. The bill also adds a 2-year sentence enhancement for anyone who wears a disguise, including a mask, while committing the offense of destroying buildings or property within special maritime and territorial jurisdiction.

Committee Categories

Justice, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations. (on 07/30/2018)

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