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Stop Funding Rioters Act
12/15/2023, 3:59 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3994
Bill 118 hr 3994, also known as the Stop Funding Rioters Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent federal funds from being used to support individuals or groups who engage in violent or destructive behavior during protests or demonstrations.
The bill specifically targets individuals who are convicted of participating in riots, looting, or other violent activities. It aims to hold these individuals accountable by prohibiting them from receiving federal assistance, such as unemployment benefits, housing assistance, or food stamps.
Additionally, the Stop Funding Rioters Act seeks to ensure that federal funds are not used to bail out individuals who have been arrested for participating in violent protests. This is intended to deter individuals from engaging in destructive behavior by removing the financial incentive to do so. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to protect public safety and prevent the misuse of federal funds to support criminal activities during protests. It is important to note that this bill has sparked debate among lawmakers, with some arguing that it could infringe on individuals' rights to free speech and peaceful assembly.
The bill specifically targets individuals who are convicted of participating in riots, looting, or other violent activities. It aims to hold these individuals accountable by prohibiting them from receiving federal assistance, such as unemployment benefits, housing assistance, or food stamps.
Additionally, the Stop Funding Rioters Act seeks to ensure that federal funds are not used to bail out individuals who have been arrested for participating in violent protests. This is intended to deter individuals from engaging in destructive behavior by removing the financial incentive to do so. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to protect public safety and prevent the misuse of federal funds to support criminal activities during protests. It is important to note that this bill has sparked debate among lawmakers, with some arguing that it could infringe on individuals' rights to free speech and peaceful assembly.
Congressional Summary of HR 3994
Stop Funding Rioters Act
This bill makes a person convicted of an offense relating to the assault of a law enforcement officer or a person convicted of a felony in connection with a riot that results in the destruction of a small business ineligible for any assistance or program administered by the Small Business Administration.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3994
Bill HR 3994 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 9, 2023. Bill HR 3994 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 9, 2023. Bill HR 3994's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Small Business. as of June 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3994
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3994
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3994
Stop Funding Rioters Act
Stop Funding Rioters Act
To prohibit participation of persons convicted of certain felonies in programs of the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3994
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