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A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to expand the prohibition on destruction of veterans' memorials to include other memorials and to establish mandatory minimum sentences for violations of that prohibition.
7/9/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4546
Bill 118 s 4546 aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to broaden the existing prohibition on the destruction of veterans' memorials to include other types of memorials as well. The bill also seeks to establish mandatory minimum sentences for individuals found guilty of violating this prohibition.
Under the proposed legislation, individuals who destroy or deface memorials honoring veterans, as well as memorials dedicated to other groups or causes, would face stricter penalties. This includes mandatory minimum sentences for those convicted of such actions.
The bill is designed to protect the sanctity of memorials across the country and ensure that those who engage in acts of vandalism or destruction are held accountable for their actions. By expanding the scope of the prohibition and implementing mandatory minimum sentences, the legislation aims to deter individuals from committing these offenses in the future. Overall, Bill 118 s 4546 seeks to strengthen the protection of memorials and uphold the importance of honoring and preserving the memory of those who have served and sacrificed for their country.
Under the proposed legislation, individuals who destroy or deface memorials honoring veterans, as well as memorials dedicated to other groups or causes, would face stricter penalties. This includes mandatory minimum sentences for those convicted of such actions.
The bill is designed to protect the sanctity of memorials across the country and ensure that those who engage in acts of vandalism or destruction are held accountable for their actions. By expanding the scope of the prohibition and implementing mandatory minimum sentences, the legislation aims to deter individuals from committing these offenses in the future. Overall, Bill 118 s 4546 seeks to strengthen the protection of memorials and uphold the importance of honoring and preserving the memory of those who have served and sacrificed for their country.
Current Status of Bill S 4546
Bill S 4546 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2024. Bill S 4546 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 13, 2024.  Bill S 4546's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 13, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4546
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4546
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4546
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to expand the prohibition on destruction of veterans' memorials to include other memorials and to establish mandatory minimum sentences for violations of that prohibition.
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to expand the prohibition on destruction of veterans' memorials to include other memorials and to establish mandatory minimum sentences for violations of that prohibition.
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