DETERRENCE Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 2394 · House Bill · 119th Congress

Stage: In committee
Started in: House
Sponsors: 5
Latest action: Mar 26, 2025

What it does

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.

Official summary · Introduced in House · Mar 26, 2025

Titles and provisions can change as the bill moves.

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Where it stands

Introduced (Done)
Mar 26, 2025
Committee (Current step)
In committee · Mar 26, 2025
Floor (Not started)
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While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.

Who sits in the seats that vote on itA roster is not a certified tally, and a filing is not a place on the ballot.
Who funds the people decidingA receipt is not backing. A contribution does not establish a policy motive.
Who is paid to be heardNaming an institution is the filer's account, not a record of any meeting.

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