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DETERRENCE Act
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Summary of Bill HR 2394
Bill 119 hr 2394, also known as the "Foreign Government Coordination Act," aims to address criminal offenses that are directed or coordinated by foreign governments. The bill seeks to authorize sentencing enhancements for individuals who commit such offenses.
Under this legislation, individuals who are found guilty of committing criminal acts at the direction or in coordination with a foreign government would face harsher penalties. This includes offenses such as espionage, cyber attacks, and acts of terrorism carried out on behalf of a foreign government.
The bill is designed to strengthen national security and deter individuals from engaging in criminal activities on behalf of foreign governments. By imposing stricter penalties on those who collaborate with foreign entities to commit crimes, the legislation aims to protect the interests and safety of the United States. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2394 seeks to address the growing threat of foreign government involvement in criminal activities and enhance the consequences for individuals who engage in such behavior. It underscores the importance of safeguarding national security and upholding the rule of law in the face of external threats.
Under this legislation, individuals who are found guilty of committing criminal acts at the direction or in coordination with a foreign government would face harsher penalties. This includes offenses such as espionage, cyber attacks, and acts of terrorism carried out on behalf of a foreign government.
The bill is designed to strengthen national security and deter individuals from engaging in criminal activities on behalf of foreign governments. By imposing stricter penalties on those who collaborate with foreign entities to commit crimes, the legislation aims to protect the interests and safety of the United States. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2394 seeks to address the growing threat of foreign government involvement in criminal activities and enhance the consequences for individuals who engage in such behavior. It underscores the importance of safeguarding national security and upholding the rule of law in the face of external threats.
Congressional Summary of HR 2394
Deterring External Threats and Ensuring Robust Responses to Egregious and Nefarious Criminal Endeavors Act or the DETERRENCE Act
This bill establishes sentencing enhancements for various federal criminal offenses if the offenses are directed by or coordinated with a foreign government.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2394
Bill HR 2394 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 26, 2025. Bill HR 2394 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 26, 2025. Bill HR 2394's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 26, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2394
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2394
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2394
To authorize sentencing enhancements for certain criminal offenses directed by or coordinated with foreign governments.
To authorize sentencing enhancements for certain criminal offenses directed by or coordinated with foreign governments.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2394
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