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SHRED Act of 2025

3/29/2025, 2:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2136

Bill 119 HR 2136 aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code in order to impose stricter penalties on officers and employees of the Department of Justice and the intelligence communities who conceal, remove, or mutilate government records. The bill seeks to enhance accountability and transparency within these agencies by deterring individuals from tampering with important government documents.

If passed, this legislation would increase the consequences for those found guilty of such actions, potentially leading to harsher punishments for offenders. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the protection of government records.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 2136 is designed to uphold the integrity of government records and ensure that individuals within these agencies are held accountable for any misconduct related to the handling of such documents.

Current Status of Bill HR 2136

Bill HR 2136 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2025. Bill HR 2136 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2025.  Bill HR 2136's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2136

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2136

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2136

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for enhanced penalties for officers and employees of the Department of Justice and the intelligence communities who conceal, remove, or mutilate Government records, and for other purposes.
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for enhanced penalties for officers and employees of the Department of Justice and the intelligence communities who conceal, remove, or mutilate Government records, and for other purposes.

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