HR. 4197In Committee
LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025
Prohibit use of LGBTQ+ panic defenses in criminal and civil court proceedings nationwide
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Prohibit use of LGBTQ+ panic defenses in criminal and civil court proceedings nationwide
Key points
- Prohibit LGBTQ plus panic defenses
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-06-26 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCrime and Law Enforcement