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HR 378119th CongressIntroduced
Thin Blue Line Act
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Civil Rights & Justice
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Thin Blue Line Act amends federal law to add the killing or targeting of law enforcement officers and first responders as aggravating factors for imposing the death penalty, specifically when the crime occurs during their official duties or due to their status.
Key Points
- 1Adds law enforcement officers and first responders as protected victim categories under federal death penalty statutes.
- 2Specifies circumstances such as attacks occurring during official duties or due to the victim's public status.
- 3Expands eligibility for capital punishment in cases involving violence against public safety personnel.
Impact Areas
Law enforcement officers and agenciesFirst responders (firefighters, EMTs)Federal judicial system and death penalty sentencingCriminal defendants facing charges related to attacks on public safety personnel
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