Repeat offenders of violent insurrection would face longer prison sentences.
This bill would make prison sentences longer for people convicted of violent insurrection who have done it before. It would set new, tougher penalties for those who unlawfully enter government buildings and commit violence or obstruct official duties related to elections. This aims to deter future attacks on democratic processes. People convicted under this bill would still have their constitutional rights and the right to appeal their sentences.
Currently, federal laws do not have specific added penalties for repeat violent insurrection offenses. They also do not define a 'pattern of anti-democratic conduct.' This bill would establish new, tougher penalties. It would add 4 to 10 years to prison sentences for repeat offenders. It could also lead to life imprisonment with a 15-year minimum for those who commit violent insurrection and have done so before or show a pattern of anti-democratic behavior.
HR 6953 · 119th Congress · January 6, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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