HR 378
Thin Blue Line Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 13, 2026, 4:11 PM
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Bill overview
The Thin Blue Line Act amends federal law to add a new aggravating factor for death penalty cases. Specifically, it expands the list of circumstances that can be considered when determining if a victim deserved the death penalty to include killings or targeting of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other first responders. This change aims to recognize the unique risks and dangers faced by these individuals in the line of duty. The bill seeks to ensure that crimes against these public servants are treated with heightened seriousness.
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