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Summary of Bill HR 8685
The bill titled "To amend section 1751 of title 18, United States Code, to include the death penalty as punishment for an attempt to assassinate certain individuals" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 7, 2026 as H.R. 8685.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8685
Bill HR 8685 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 7, 2026. Bill HR 8685 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 7, 2026. Bill HR 8685's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 7, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8685
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8685
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8685
To amend section 1751 of title 18, United States Code, to include the death penalty as punishment for an attempt to assassinate certain individuals.
To amend section 1751 of title 18, United States Code, to include the death penalty as punishment for an attempt to assassinate certain individuals.
Comments
Rishi McKenzie
846
29 days ago
I don't think it's right to have the death penalty for trying to hurt someone. It's a serious punishment that can't be undone if a mistake is made. This bill could have a big impact on people's lives.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8685
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