119-hr-2724119th Congress

Protecting Our Supreme Court Justices Act of 2025

Sponsored By: Representative Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]

Introduced

Summary

Raises the maximum prison term for obstructing justice by picketing or parading to five years. This bill would amend 18 U.S.C. 1507 to increase the top sentence for picketing or parading in or near court buildings or the residences of judges, jurors, witnesses, or other court officers from one year to five years.

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Harsher penalties for obstructive court protests

If enacted, this would raise the maximum prison term for obstructing court business during protests. It would apply to picketing or parading near courts or the homes of judges, jurors, witnesses, or court officers. The cap would rise from 1 year to 5 years under 18 U.S.C. 1507. It would not create new offenses, only raise the possible sentence. The change would take effect upon enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]

TN • R

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Gill, Brandon [R-TX-26]

    TX • R

    Sponsored 4/8/2025

  • Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10]

    TX • R

    Sponsored 4/8/2025

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