JUSTICE Act of 2023

3/14/2024, 4:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 148

The JUSTICE Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 148, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues related to criminal justice reform. The bill focuses on improving police training and accountability, as well as promoting community policing efforts.

One key aspect of the JUSTICE Act is the establishment of a national database to track the use of force by law enforcement officers. This database would help identify patterns of excessive force and hold officers accountable for their actions. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for de-escalation training for police officers and incentives for departments to adopt body cameras.

The JUSTICE Act also seeks to address issues of racial bias in policing by promoting diversity within law enforcement agencies and implementing measures to prevent racial profiling. The bill includes funding for community policing programs and initiatives to build trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Overall, the JUSTICE Act of 2023 aims to improve transparency and accountability within law enforcement while also promoting positive relationships between police officers and the communities they serve. It is a bipartisan effort to address the complex issues surrounding criminal justice reform in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 148

Jurists United to Stop Trafficking Imitation Child Exploitation Act of 2023 or the JUSTICE Act of 2023

This bill broadens the federal criminal prohibition on importation or transportation of obscene materials.

Specifically, the bill makes it a crime to import, or knowingly use a common carrier or interactive computer service to transport, a child sex doll.

Current Status of Bill HR 148

Bill HR 148 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 148 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023.  Bill HR 148's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 148

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
64
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
60
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 148

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

Crimes against childrenSex offensesTrade restrictions

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 148

JUSTICE Act of 2023JUSTICE Act of 2023Jurists United to Stop Trafficking Imitation Child Exploitation Act of 2023To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the importation or transportation of child sex dolls, and for other purposes.
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