HR 277
Matthew Lawrence Perna Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:34 AM
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Bill overview
The Matthew Lawrence Perna Act of 2025 aims to protect individuals charged with nonviolent political protests from certain federal government actions. Specifically, it prohibits pretrial detention for these offenses, requires speedy trials, and establishes a process for individuals detained during trials to seek compensation. The bill also addresses broader issues like holding the government accountable for overprosecution, limiting the use of national security authorities against U.S. citizens, and ensuring transparency regarding government surveillance.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene
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