S. 1333Introduced
Strengthening Child Exploitation Enforcement Act
Amends federal kidnapping and child sexual abuse crimes to broaden liability and defenses involving minors under age 16
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Amends federal kidnapping and child sexual abuse crimes to broaden liability and defenses involving minors under age 16
Key points
- Amend kidnapping defenses
- Establish sexual abuse touching offense
- Authorize penalties for attempted contact
- Expand aggravated sexual abuse
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-10-10 — Held at the desk.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedChild safety and welfareCrime and Law EnforcementCrimes against childrenCriminal procedure and sentencingDomestic violence and child abuseSex offensesViolent crime