PUNISH Act of 2023

3/14/2024, 12:22 PM

Summary of Bill S 3028

The PUNISH Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 3028, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues related to criminal justice and public safety. The main goal of the bill is to enhance penalties for certain violent crimes and to provide additional resources for law enforcement agencies.

One of the key provisions of the PUNISH Act is the establishment of mandatory minimum sentences for individuals convicted of certain violent offenses, such as assault, robbery, and murder. These mandatory minimum sentences are intended to ensure that individuals who commit serious crimes face appropriate consequences for their actions.

In addition to increasing penalties for violent crimes, the PUNISH Act also includes provisions to provide additional funding for law enforcement agencies. This funding is intended to help support efforts to combat crime and improve public safety in communities across the country. Overall, the PUNISH Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address issues related to criminal justice and public safety. By increasing penalties for violent crimes and providing additional resources for law enforcement, the bill aims to make communities safer and hold individuals accountable for their actions.

Congressional Summary of S 3028

Preventing Underhanded and Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act of 2023 or the PUNISH Act of 2023

This bill extends sanctions and national emergencies related to Iran established by specified executive orders and limits the authority of the President to waive sanctions related to Iran. The bill requires the Department of State to periodically report whether Iran or any foreign person has supported specified activities, including murder or politically motivated detention in Iran of a U.S. citizen.

Current Status of Bill S 3028

Bill S 3028 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 4, 2023. Bill S 3028 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 4, 2023.  Bill S 3028's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of October 4, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3028

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
40
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
40
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3028

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3028

PUNISH Act of 2023PUNISH Act of 2023Preventing Underhanded and Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act of 2023A bill to continue in effect certain Executive orders imposing sanctions with respect to Iran, to prevent the waiver of certain sanctions imposed by the United States with respect to Iran until the Government of Iran ceases to attempt to assassinate United States officials, other United States citizens, and Iranian nationals residing in the United States, and for other purposes.
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