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HOUSE 378117th CongressReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Celebrating the 149th anniversary of Arbor Day.

Last Action
5/7/2021

Actions

  • 2021-03-05Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
  • 2021-01-21Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • 2021-01-21Introduced in House
  • 2021-01-21Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2021-01-21 (00)

David Dorn Act of 2021

This bill increases criminal penalties for rioting and related offenses (e.g., inciting a riot).

Specifically, the bill increases the maximum prison term from 5 to 10 years. Additionally, if a fine is imposed for an offense, the bill sets a minimum fine amount of $1,000.

Cosponsors (14)

  • Brian Babin (R-TX)
  • Ron Estes (R-KS)
  • Jim Banks (R-IN)
  • Louie Gohmert (R-TX)
  • Roger Williams (R-TX)
  • Tom Rice (R-SC)
  • Yvette Herrell (R-NM)
  • Chris Jacobs (R-NY)
  • Rick Allen (R-GA)
  • Vicky Hartzler (R-MO)
  • Dan Bishop (R-NC)
  • Larry Bucshon (R-IN)
  • Ronny Jackson (R-TX)
  • John Carter (R-TX)

Subjects

  • Civil disturbances
  • Criminal procedure and sentencing
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