H.R. 8685

Protect the Presidency Act

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119th CONGRESS

2d Session

H. R. 8685

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

May 7, 2026

Mr. Gooden (for himself and Mr. Steube) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

A BILL

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

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Short title

This Act may be cited as the Protect the Presidency Act.

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Punishment for assassination of certain individuals

Section 1751(c) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting death or before imprisonment.