Rep. Biggs Introduces Bill to Create 15-Foot Protective Zones Around National Guard Members
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the House Committee on the Judiciary. It is considered active, but no future hearings or votes have been scheduled yet. There is no companion bill for this legislation at this time.
Companion bill: Congress proposes new federal penalties for entering marked 15-foot zones around deployed National Guard →This bill is sponsored by a small group of Republicans and lacks the broad support needed to pass through a divided Congress. It would likely face strong opposition from those concerned about protest rights.
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The National Guard is frequently deployed for border and immigration enforcement operations. Protective zones could create additional barriers for undocumented individuals or their advocates who might approach Guard members, and the threat of federal criminal charges could deter people from interacting with or questioning Guard operations near the border.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
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The National Guard Protective Zone Act would create a 15-foot protective zone around any Guardsman in uniform. Entering with intent to harass would be a federal misdemeanor, while physical aggression like spitting or throwing objects would be a felony with up to five years in prison.
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) introduced the National Guard Protective Zone Act to establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard members. The bill defines a 15-foot zone marked by signs or tape to protect troops from harassment during domestic missions.
No votes recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
National Guard Protective Zone Act
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