S 1617
Protect Our Heroes Act of 2023
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Bill overview
The Protect Our Heroes Act of 2023 aims to strengthen penalties for crimes against public safety officers, including law enforcement, firefighters, and judges. It establishes new federal offenses for killing or assaulting these officers, particularly when the crime involves interstate commerce or affects economic activity. The bill also addresses assaults, increasing penalties based on the severity of the injury and the use of weapons. It directs the Sentencing Commission to enhance sentencing for these offenses.
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