United States 116th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 7196 — Right to PROTEST Act of 2020

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Modifies the criminal civil rights statute that prohibits the deprivation of rights under color of law. Currently, the second prong of the prohibition bars the application of different punishments, pains, or penalties based on an individual's alien status, color, or race. specifies that the use of a riot control agent (e.g., tear gas) without a prior clear and audible warning is a punishment, pain, or penalty.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

  2. Introduced in House

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Not signed on (546)

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Subjects

Crime and law enforcement Assault and harassment offenses Chemical and biological weapons Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation Protest and dissent
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 7196 do?
Modifies the criminal civil rights statute that prohibits the deprivation of rights under color of law. Currently, the second prong of the prohibition bars the application of different punishments, pains, or penalties based on an individual's alien status, color, or race. specifies that the use of a riot control agent (e.g., tear gas) without a prior clear and audible warning is a punishment, pain, or penalty.
Who sponsors HR 7196?
HR 7196 is sponsored by Alma Adams (D).
What is the current status of HR 7196?
This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 7196?
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