LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-12T08:15:30Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4432 LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/12/2023, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4432

The LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 4432, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at prohibiting the use of the LGBTQ+ panic defense in criminal cases. The LGBTQ+ panic defense is a legal strategy in which a defendant claims that they were provoked into committing a violent crime, such as assault or murder, because of the victim's sexual orientation or gender identity.

The bill seeks to eliminate this defense by making it illegal for defendants to use a victim's LGBTQ+ status as a justification for their actions in court. This would help ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals are not unfairly targeted or discriminated against in the legal system.

If passed, the LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2023 would send a strong message that violence against LGBTQ+ individuals is not acceptable and should not be excused or justified in any way. It would also help to protect the rights and safety of LGBTQ+ individuals by holding perpetrators accountable for their actions without allowing them to use their victim's identity as a shield. Overall, this legislation represents an important step towards promoting equality and justice for the LGBTQ+ community in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4432

Bill HR 4432 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 30, 2023. Bill HR 4432 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 30, 2023. Bill HR 4432's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4432

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Total Number of Cosponsors

144

Democrat Cosponsors

144

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Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4432

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4432

LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2023LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2023To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit defenses based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

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