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Criminal Code Improvement Act of 2015

4/7/2025, 3:20 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4002

Bill 114 hr 4002, also known as the Criminal Code Improvement Act of 2015, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of making improvements to the criminal code. The bill focuses on several key areas, including enhancing penalties for certain crimes, improving the efficiency of the criminal justice system, and addressing issues related to public safety.

One of the main provisions of the bill is the enhancement of penalties for certain crimes, such as drug trafficking, human trafficking, and violent offenses. The bill seeks to ensure that individuals who commit these types of crimes face appropriate consequences for their actions, in order to deter future criminal behavior and protect the public.

In addition to enhancing penalties, the Criminal Code Improvement Act of 2015 also includes measures aimed at improving the efficiency of the criminal justice system. This includes provisions to streamline the process for prosecuting and sentencing individuals accused of crimes, as well as measures to improve the coordination between law enforcement agencies and the courts. Furthermore, the bill addresses issues related to public safety by implementing measures to prevent and combat crime. This includes provisions to increase funding for law enforcement agencies, improve training for police officers, and enhance programs aimed at reducing recidivism among offenders. Overall, Bill 114 hr 4002 represents a comprehensive effort to make improvements to the criminal code in order to better protect the public and ensure that individuals who commit crimes are held accountable for their actions. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, where it will be debated and potentially amended before being voted on by lawmakers.

Current Status of Bill HR 4002

Bill HR 4002 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 16, 2015. Bill HR 4002 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on November 16, 2015.  Bill HR 4002's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 699. as of December 23, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4002

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4002

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

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