Justice for Fallen Law Enforcement Act

Bill 118 s 3767, also known as the Justice for Fallen Law Enforcement Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to enhance penalties for individuals who commit violent crimes against law enforcement officers.

If passed, this bill would make it a federal crime to knowingly cause bodily injury to a law enforcement officer, resulting in death. The penalties for this crime would include a mandatory minimum sentence of 30 years in prison, and the possibility of the death penalty if the officer's death was intentional.

Additionally, the bill would provide financial assistance to the families of law enforcement officers who are killed in the line of duty. This assistance would include a one-time payment of $100,000 to help cover funeral expenses and other costs associated with the officer's death. Overall, the Justice for Fallen Law Enforcement Act aims to protect and support law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe. It seeks to ensure that those who commit violent crimes against these officers are held accountable and face severe consequences for their actions.