Thin Blue Line Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-12T18:40:49Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 83 Thin Blue Line Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/12/2025, 6:40 PM

Summary of Bill S 83

Bill 119 s 83, also known as the "Public Safety Officer Penalty Enhancement Act," aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to impose harsher penalties on individuals convicted of murdering or targeting America's public safety officers. Public safety officers include law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other emergency responders who put their lives on the line to protect the public.

The bill seeks to enhance the penalties for individuals who intentionally target public safety officers because of their profession. This includes individuals who specifically target public safety officers in the commission of a crime or who kill or injure them in the line of duty. The bill aims to deter such heinous acts by imposing stricter penalties on those who commit them.

If passed, the bill would ensure that individuals convicted of murdering or targeting public safety officers face severe consequences for their actions. This would send a strong message that targeting those who serve and protect our communities will not be tolerated. Overall, Bill 119 s 83 seeks to protect America's public safety officers and ensure that those who harm them face appropriate punishment. It is an important piece of legislation that aims to uphold the safety and well-being of those who dedicate their lives to keeping us safe.

Congressional Summary of S 83

Thin Blue Line Act

This bill expands the list of statutory aggravating factors in death penalty determinations to also include killing or targeting a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other first responder.

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Current Status of Bill S 83

Bill S 83 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 14, 2025. Bill S 83 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 14, 2025. Bill S 83's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 83

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 83

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

Crime victimsCriminal procedure and sentencingEmergency medical services and trauma careFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelHealth personnelLaw enforcement officersViolent crime

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 83

A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target America's public safety officers.A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target America's public safety officers.

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