LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-07-18T11:11:00Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4197 LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/18/2025, 11:11 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4197

The bill, designated as H.R. 4197 in the 119th Congress and introduced on June 26, 2025, aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to disallow defenses relying on sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4197

Bill HR 4197 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 26, 2025. Bill HR 4197 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 26, 2025. Bill HR 4197's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 26, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4197

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Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4197

To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit defenses based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Comments

Finn Garner

651

7 months ago

Hey y'all, have y'all heard about this new bill about LGBTQ+ Panic Defense? What's up with that? I mean, I'm all for supporting the LGBTQ+ community and all, but I'm not sure how this bill is gonna work. Can someone explain it to me in simple terms? Thanks!