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H.R. 8481

Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026

Judiciary Committee · Rep. Abraham Hamadeh (R-AZ)

31 August 2026 | Passed House with amendment (voice vote)

What's next: To the Senate (if and when it takes it up)

Summary: The bill would require federal courts to automatically issue lifetime no-contact orders prohibiting defendants convicted of violent crimes or sex crimes from contacting their victims, unless the court specifically terminates or suspends the order. These orders would take effect at sentencing and remain in place for the defendant's lifetime, with no fees charged to victims.

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Posted 10 September 2026

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⏱ Older action — dated 31 August 2026 H.R. 8481 | Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026 | Rep. Abraham Hamadeh (R-AZ) | Judiciary Committee 📅 31 August 2026 | ✅🏛️ Passed House with amendment (voice vote) What's next: To the Senate (if and when it takes it up) Summary: The bill would require federal courts to automatically issue lifetime no-contact orders prohibiting defendants convicted of violent crimes or sex crimes from contacting their victims, unless the court specifically terminates or suspends the order. These orders would take effect at sentencing and remain in place for the defendant's lifetime, with no fees charged to victims. [AI-Generated]

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