Congress·In Committee·H.R. 6953
Violent Insurrection Recidivist Enhancement Act of 2026
Congress proposes longer prison terms for repeat violent attacks tied to election results
Legislative Progress
House
Key Points
- Creates extra prison time for people convicted again of certain violent, election-related attacks at the Capitol, White House, or Supreme Court grounds.
- Defines “violent insurrection” as unlawful entry plus violence or threats, blocking election-related proceedings, or damaging property—plus attempts or conspiracy.
- Allows added prison time on top of the base sentence: up to 4 more years in general, 5 more years for serious felonies, and up to 10 more years for certain crimes tied to officials, property, or proceedings.
- For some major national security crimes (like treason or seditious conspiracy), repeat “anti-democratic” conduct could lead to a life sentence, with at least 15 years served.
- Says a presidential pardon or a conviction being set aside may not stop the repeat-offender penalty in future cases, and keeps appeal rights and constitutional protections.
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Milestones
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Jan 6, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jan 6, 2026
Introduced in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Violent Insurrection Recidivist Enhancement Act of 2026
Bill NumberHR 6953
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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