Strong Sentences for Safer D.C. Streets Act
Congress moves to raise mandatory minimum prison sentences for major crimes in Washington, D.C.
Strong Sentences for Safer D.C. Streets Act of 2025
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Sets life without release as the required sentence for first-degree murder in Washington, D.C.
- Adds a 10-year minimum prison sentence for second-degree murder in D.C. (up to life still possible).
- Raises minimum prison terms in D.C. for rape and first-degree sexual abuse to at least 25 years, with a 30-year minimum for repeat violent offenders.
- Creates or raises minimum sentences for kidnaping (10 years), carjacking (10 years unarmed, 20 years armed), and first-degree burglary (10 years).
- Applies only to crimes committed after the bill becomes law; it would not change sentences for earlier cases.
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Milestones
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 279.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. H. Rept. 119-326.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 19.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Official Title
Strong Sentences for Safer D.C. Streets Act of 2025
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