Bill 118 hr 4472, also known as the First Amendment Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen and protect the rights guaranteed by the First Amendment of the US Constitution, which includes freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
The bill aims to prevent any government entity from infringing upon these rights by prohibiting the government from taking any action that would restrict or censor speech, religious practices, or the press. It also prohibits the government from discriminating against individuals or organizations based on their exercise of these rights.
Additionally, the First Amendment Protection Act includes provisions that would require government agencies to review and revise any policies or regulations that may infringe upon these rights. It also establishes a process for individuals or organizations to file complaints if they believe their First Amendment rights have been violated.
Overall, the First Amendment Protection Act seeks to uphold and protect the fundamental rights guaranteed by the First Amendment, ensuring that all individuals have the freedom to express themselves and practice their beliefs without fear of government interference.
Bill 118 hr 4472, also known as the First Amendment Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen and protect the rights guaranteed by the First Amendment of the US Constitution, which includes freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
The bill aims to prevent any government entity from infringing upon these rights by prohibiting the government from taking any action that would restrict or censor speech, religious practices, or the press. It also prohibits the government from discriminating against individuals or organizations based on their exercise of these rights.
Additionally, the First Amendment Protection Act includes provisions that would require government agencies to review and revise any policies or regulations that may infringe upon these rights. It also establishes a process for individuals or organizations to file complaints if they believe their First Amendment rights have been violated.
Overall, the First Amendment Protection Act seeks to uphold and protect the fundamental rights guaranteed by the First Amendment, ensuring that all individuals have the freedom to express themselves and practice their beliefs without fear of government interference.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo promote election integrity, voter confidence, and faith in elections by protecting political speech, and for other purposes.
Display TitleFirst Amendment Protection Act
Short Title(s) as IntroducedFirst Amendment Protection Act
Short Title(s) as Introduced for portions of this billDon't Weaponize the IRS Act
Official Title as IntroducedTo promote election integrity, voter confidence, and faith in elections by protecting political speech, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics
Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Civil actions and liability•
Congressional elections•
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation•
Federal Election Commission (FEC)•
Federal officials•
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management•
Government information and archives•
Political parties and affiliation•
Right of privacy•
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)•
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations•