SB3589: Preventing Private Paramilitary Activity Act of 2024
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit unauthorized private paramilitary activity, and for other purposes.
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This bill would amend federal criminal law to prohibit unauthorized private paramilitary activity in the United States. Paramilitary activity means groups operating like military forces outside government control. The bill was introduced by Senators Edward Markey and Laphonza Butler and is currently being reviewed by Congress. It aims to address concerns about private armed groups that may threaten public safety or legal authority.
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SB3589: Preventing Private Paramilitary Activity Act of 2024