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To amend chapter 211 of title 18, United States Code, to modify venue for certain offenses.
1/8/2025, 1:40 PM
Summary of Bill HR 194
Bill 119 HR 194, also known as the "Venue Modification Act," aims to amend chapter 211 of title 18 in the United States Code in order to change the venue for certain offenses. The bill seeks to modify the current venue rules for offenses related to terrorism, espionage, and other national security threats.
Under the proposed changes, the venue for these offenses would be determined based on where the offense was committed, where the victim resides, or where the offender is located. This would allow for more flexibility in prosecuting these types of crimes and ensure that justice is served in a timely and efficient manner.
The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of updating venue rules to better address the evolving nature of national security threats. Proponents of the bill argue that these changes will help streamline the legal process and improve the effectiveness of prosecuting individuals involved in terrorism and espionage. Overall, Bill 119 HR 194 represents a significant step towards enhancing the nation's ability to combat national security threats and ensure that those who commit these offenses are held accountable for their actions.
Under the proposed changes, the venue for these offenses would be determined based on where the offense was committed, where the victim resides, or where the offender is located. This would allow for more flexibility in prosecuting these types of crimes and ensure that justice is served in a timely and efficient manner.
The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of updating venue rules to better address the evolving nature of national security threats. Proponents of the bill argue that these changes will help streamline the legal process and improve the effectiveness of prosecuting individuals involved in terrorism and espionage. Overall, Bill 119 HR 194 represents a significant step towards enhancing the nation's ability to combat national security threats and ensure that those who commit these offenses are held accountable for their actions.
Congressional Summary of HR 194
Venue Named Under Exception Act or the VENUE Act
This bill changes the venue rules for cases involving criminal offenses on federal property in the National Capital Region. Venue refers to the court where it is proper for a case to proceed.
Specifically, the bill requires certain cases involving criminal offenses committed on federal property in the National Capital Region (Washington, DC and specified regions of Maryland and Virginia) to be brought in the district of the last known residence of the offender (or of any one of two or more joint offenders). If the last residence of the offender is not known, then the case may be brought in DC.
Current Status of Bill HR 194
Bill HR 194 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 194 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 194's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 194
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 194
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 194
To amend chapter 211 of title 18, United States Code, to modify venue for certain offenses.
To amend chapter 211 of title 18, United States Code, to modify venue for certain offenses.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 194
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