Search Results: keywords:"law enforcement exemption"

  • S. 5482 — To impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:689

    S. 5482, known as the "Federal Freeze Act," proposes restrictions on federal agencies regarding hiring and salaries. For one year after the bill's enactment, agencies cannot increase their number of employees beyond the number they had at that time, except for essential...

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Freeze Act is a plan where for a whole year, certain parts of the government can't hire new workers or raise their pay, unless it's really important like for safety or emergencies. After two and three years, these parts must also have fewer workers, but the rules about who is important are a bit unclear.

  • H. R. 8248 — To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide penalty enhancements for committing certain offenses while in disguise, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:585

    The Unmasking Antifa Act of 2024 proposes changes to title 18 of the United States Code to increase penalties for committing crimes while in disguise, such as wearing a mask. It introduces a new section in the law that could result in up to 15 years of imprisonment for anyone...

    Simple Explanation

    The Unmasking Antifa Act of 2024 is a proposed law that says if someone commits a crime while wearing a disguise, like a mask, they could go to jail for a longer time. It's like saying you get in more trouble if you try to hide who you are when you do something bad.

  • H. R. 9818 — To prohibit the intimidation of election officials and election workers.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,105

    H.R. 9818, titled the "Freedom from Intimidation in Elections Act," aims to prevent the intimidation of election officials and workers in the United States. The bill amends the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to prohibit any form of intimidation or coercion against individuals involved in...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 9818 is a rule that tries to make sure people working at voting places feel safe by stopping anyone from scaring or threatening them. It says if someone is near voting areas with a gun, except for police officers, it might be seen as scaring others.