119th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 8685 — Protect the Presidency Act

“To amend section 1751 of title 18, United States Code, to include the death penalty as punishment for an attempt to assassinate certain individuals.”

Introduced May 7, 2026

Last action May 7, 2026

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May 7, 2026

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Provisions · 2 sectionsIntroduced in House

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May 7, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

May 7, 2026

Introduced in House