Bill116th CongressFiled Jun 15, 2020Crime and Law Enforcement
H.R. 7196
Right to PROTEST Act of 2020
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jun 15, 2020)
Right to PROTEST Act of 2020
This bill modifies the criminal civil rights statute that prohibits the deprivation of rights under color of law.
Currently, the second prong of the prohibition bars the application of different punishments, pains, or penalties based on an individual's alien status, color, or race. This bill specifies that the use of a riot control agent (e.g., tear gas) without a prior clear and audible warning is a punishment, pain, or penalty.
What just happenedJun 15, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12](D-NC)Sponsor
8 cosponsors8 D
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- Introduced in HouseJun 15, 2020
- Jun 15, 2020IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House
- Jun 15, 2020IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House