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First Amendment Protection Act

3/8/2024, 2:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4472

Bill 118 hr 4472, also known as the First Amendment Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen and protect the rights guaranteed by the First Amendment of the US Constitution, which includes freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.

The bill aims to prevent any government entity from infringing upon these rights by prohibiting the government from taking any action that would restrict or censor speech, religious practices, or the press. It also prohibits the government from discriminating against individuals or organizations based on their exercise of these rights.

Additionally, the First Amendment Protection Act includes provisions that would require government agencies to review and revise any policies or regulations that may infringe upon these rights. It also establishes a process for individuals or organizations to file complaints if they believe their First Amendment rights have been violated. Overall, the First Amendment Protection Act seeks to uphold and protect the fundamental rights guaranteed by the First Amendment, ensuring that all individuals have the freedom to express themselves and practice their beliefs without fear of government interference.

Current Status of Bill HR 4472

Bill HR 4472 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 6, 2023. Bill HR 4472 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 6, 2023.  Bill HR 4472's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Elections. as of September 12, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4472

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 4472

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Civil actions and liability
- Congressional elections
- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
- Federal Election Commission (FEC)
- Federal officials
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Government information and archives
- Political parties and affiliation
- Right of privacy
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
- Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
- Tax administration and collection, taxpayers
- Tax-exempt organizations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4472

First Amendment Protection Act
First Amendment Protection Act
Don't Weaponize the IRS Act
To promote election integrity, voter confidence, and faith in elections by protecting political speech, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4472

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