119th Congress · House bill · Last action May 7, 2026
H.R. 8678In CommitteeCrime and Law Enforcement
Republicans propose federal penalties for politically motivated violence
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" (R-GA)Introduced May 7, 2026
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