Veterans Protection Enhancement Act

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Bill Number

HR 2862

Introduced

Jun 23, 2015

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

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Topics

Administrative law and regulatory procedures Crime and Law Enforcement Crime victims Crimes against property Criminal procedure and sentencing Military personnel and dependents U.S. Sentencing Commission

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Summary

Veterans Protection Enhancement Act

This bill directs the U.S. Sentencing Commission to amend the federal sentencing guidelines to provide for a two-level sentencing increase if the defendant intentionally selected any victim or any property because of the victim's military service or veteran status.

Actions

Jul 9, 2015

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Jun 23, 2015

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 23, 2015

Introduced in House

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