A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish a criminal penalty for unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities.

1/17/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 115, also known as the "Unauthorized Access to Department of Defense Facilities Act," aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to create a criminal penalty for individuals who gain unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities. The bill seeks to enhance the security of these facilities by deterring and punishing individuals who attempt to enter without proper authorization.

If passed, this legislation would make it a federal offense for anyone to unlawfully access a Department of Defense facility. This includes individuals who bypass security measures, trespass on restricted areas, or otherwise enter the premises without permission. The bill establishes specific criminal penalties for those found guilty of this offense, which could include fines, imprisonment, or both.

The primary goal of Bill 119 s 115 is to protect the safety and security of Department of Defense facilities, which are critical to national defense and security. By imposing criminal penalties for unauthorized access, the bill aims to deter individuals from attempting to breach these facilities and potentially endangering personnel, equipment, or classified information. Overall, this legislation seeks to strengthen the security measures in place at Department of Defense facilities and send a clear message that unauthorized access will not be tolerated. It is currently under consideration in the US Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to enhance national security.
Congress
119

Number
S - 115

Introduced on
2025-01-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 115, also known as the "Unauthorized Access to Department of Defense Facilities Act," aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to create a criminal penalty for individuals who gain unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities. The bill seeks to enhance the security of these facilities by deterring and punishing individuals who attempt to enter without proper authorization.

If passed, this legislation would make it a federal offense for anyone to unlawfully access a Department of Defense facility. This includes individuals who bypass security measures, trespass on restricted areas, or otherwise enter the premises without permission. The bill establishes specific criminal penalties for those found guilty of this offense, which could include fines, imprisonment, or both.

The primary goal of Bill 119 s 115 is to protect the safety and security of Department of Defense facilities, which are critical to national defense and security. By imposing criminal penalties for unauthorized access, the bill aims to deter individuals from attempting to breach these facilities and potentially endangering personnel, equipment, or classified information. Overall, this legislation seeks to strengthen the security measures in place at Department of Defense facilities and send a clear message that unauthorized access will not be tolerated. It is currently under consideration in the US Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to enhance national security.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish a criminal penalty for unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities.

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Ronan Alston
@talisker_adjika_pineapple16863
I just don't get why they're trying to make it a crime to access DoD facilities without permission. This is just another way for the government to control us and limit our freedoms. How does this bill really benefit the American people in the long ru...

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Latest Action1/16/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.