Increase federal penalties for crimes involving the sexual exploitation of children.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with PROTECT Act of 2026?
The PROTECT Act of 2026 has been in the House Committee on Energy and Commerce since January 7, 2026. The committee members must act to move the bill forward, but the lack of activity for five months suggests it will likely stall. Most bills never receive a committee vote, as inaction is the most common way for legislation to end.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by PROTECT Act of 2026 (H.R. 6990 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 6834 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 6834 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Haley Stevens (D-MI)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.