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Federal Law Enforcement and Public Protection Act

5/15/2026, 3:23 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8608

This bill, designated as H.R. 8608 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 30, 2026, aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to enhance the safety and security of service weapons utilized by Federal law enforcement officers. The specific provisions and directives within the bill, as well as any additional purposes beyond weapon safety improvements, are not detailed in the provided context.

Current Status of Bill HR 8608

Bill HR 8608 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 30, 2026. Bill HR 8608 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 30, 2026.  Bill HR 8608's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 30, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8608

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8608

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8608

To amend title 18, United States Code, to improve safety and security for service weapons used by Federal law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.
To amend title 18, United States Code, to improve safety and security for service weapons used by Federal law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8608

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