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David Dorn Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 37
The David Dorn Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 37, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues related to law enforcement and public safety. The bill is named after David Dorn, a retired police captain who was tragically killed during civil unrest in St. Louis in 2020.
The main provisions of the David Dorn Act include increasing penalties for crimes committed against law enforcement officers, providing additional funding for training and equipment for police departments, and establishing a national database to track officers who have been fired for misconduct.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve community policing efforts, enhance mental health resources for law enforcement officers, and promote transparency and accountability within police departments. Overall, the David Dorn Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve, while also ensuring that officers have the support and resources they need to effectively carry out their duties.
The main provisions of the David Dorn Act include increasing penalties for crimes committed against law enforcement officers, providing additional funding for training and equipment for police departments, and establishing a national database to track officers who have been fired for misconduct.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve community policing efforts, enhance mental health resources for law enforcement officers, and promote transparency and accountability within police departments. Overall, the David Dorn Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve, while also ensuring that officers have the support and resources they need to effectively carry out their duties.
Congressional Summary of HR 37
David Dorn Act of 2023
This bill increases criminal penalties for rioting and related offenses (e.g., inciting a riot).
Specifically, the bill increases the maximum prison term from 5 to 10 years. Additionally, if a fine is imposed for an offense, the bill sets a minimum fine amount of $1,000.
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Current Status of Bill HR 37
Bill HR 37 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 37 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 37's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 37
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 37
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Civil disturbances
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 37
David Dorn Act of 2023
David Dorn Act of 2023
To amend title 18, United States Code, to increase the maximum term of imprisonment for rioting, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 37
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