A bill to amend section 1507 of title 18, United States Code, to establish appropriate penalties for obstruction of justice by picketing or parading in or near court buildings or residences of judges, jurors, witnesses, or other court officers.

2/11/2025, 11:56 AM
Congress
119

Number
S - 399

Introduced on
2025-02-04

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
Marsha Blackburn

Cosponsors
Katie Boyd Britt
Tom Cotton
Ted Cruz
Cindy Hyde-Smith
Mike Lee

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 399 aims to amend section 1507 of title 18, United States Code, in order to establish penalties for obstruction of justice through picketing or parading near court buildings or the residences of judges, jurors, witnesses, or other court officers. The bill seeks to address situations where individuals disrupt the judicial process by engaging in activities that interfere with the administration of justice.

If passed, this bill would impose appropriate penalties for those who engage in such obstructive behavior, with the goal of ensuring that the legal system can operate effectively and without interference. By specifically targeting actions that disrupt court proceedings or intimidate those involved in the judicial process, this legislation aims to uphold the integrity of the legal system and protect the rights of all individuals involved in legal proceedings.

Overall, Bill 119 s 399 seeks to strengthen the enforcement of laws related to obstruction of justice and ensure that individuals who engage in such behavior are held accountable for their actions.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend section 1507 of title 18, United States Code, to establish appropriate penalties for obstruction of justice by picketing or parading in or near court buildings or residences of judges, jurors, witnesses, or other court officers.

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Latest Action2/4/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.