SACRED Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-17T18:52:58Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8239 SACRED Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/17/2026, 6:52 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8239

The bill titled "To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit harassment of persons lawfully exercising or seeking to exercise the First Amendment right of religious freedom at a place of religious worship, within a distance of 100 feet or closer to such place of religious worship, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 9, 2026.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8239

Bill HR 8239 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 9, 2026. Bill HR 8239 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 9, 2026. Bill HR 8239's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 9, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8239

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8239

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Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8239

To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit harassment of persons lawfully exercising or seeking to exercise the First Amendment right of religious freedom at a place of religious worship, within a distance of 100 feet or closer to such place of religious worship, and for other purposes.