HR. 7702In Committee
Death Penalty for Child Rapists Act
Authorize use of the death penalty for rape offenses against children under federal law
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Authorize use of the death penalty for rape offenses against children under federal law
Key points
- Authorize death penalty for child rape
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-02-25 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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