119th Congress Crime and Law Enforcement
H.R. 5213: No Federal Funds for Cashless Bail Act
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Summary
This bill prohibits the receipt of funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program by a state or local government that has in effect a law or policy that substantially limits cash bail for individuals who are charged with certain criminal offenses that pose a clear threat to public safety and order.
Under the bill, the criminal offenses that pose a threat to public safety and order include criminal offenses involving a violent or sexual act (e.g., burglary, murder, or rape) and offenses that promote public disorder (e.g., looting or vandalism).
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Roll calls
No roll call votes have been held on this bill.
Amendments
No amendments were offered to this bill.
Cosponsors
- John James R-MIOriginal
- Tim Moore R-NCOriginal
- Troy Nehls R-TX
Who scored on this bill
- 1Elise Stefanik SponsorIntroduced, marked up, reported3 events+32
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History
- Introduced in the House by Elise Stefanik.
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- Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-637.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 554.
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 10.
- Introduced in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.