Preserving Safe Communities by Ending Swatting Act of 2021

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Bill Number

HR 4523

Introduced

Jul 19, 2021

Latest Action

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

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Topics

Civil actions and liability Crime and Law Enforcement Criminal procedure and sentencing Emergency communications systems First responders and emergency personnel Fraud offenses and financial crimes Postal service

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Summary

Preserving Safe Communities by Ending Swatting Act of 2021

This bill makes it a crime to intentionally convey false or misleading information in circumstances where the information may reasonably be expected to cause an emergency response and the information indicates the occurrence of criminal conduct or a threat to health or safety.

Actions

Nov 1, 2022

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Jul 19, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jul 19, 2021

Introduced in House

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