119th Congress · Senate bill · Last action Sep 4, 2025
S. 2705In CommitteeCrime and Law Enforcement
Republicans propose enhanced penalties for violent felons
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha (R-TN)2 cosponsorsIntroduced Sep 4, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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