What does Preamble of HR 3894 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To direct the Attorney General to identify and publish a list of anarchist jurisdictions, and for other purposes,' aims to direct the Attorney General to identify and publish a list of anarchist jurisdictions. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 10, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 3894 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Stop Anarchists From Endangering Cities Act' or the 'SAFE Cities Act'.

What does IDENTIFICATION OF ANARCHIST JURISDICTIONS. of HR 3894 do?

This section establishes a process for identifying and listing 'anarchist jurisdictions'. The Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, is responsible for publishing this list on the Department of Justice website. The list must be published within 14 days of the Act's enactment and updated at least every 180 days. Jurisdictions are considered 'anarchist' if they exhibit certain behaviors, such as restricting law enforcement intervention during violence, preventing policing of lawful areas, disempowering law enforcement, or refusing federal assistance. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget must issue guidance to federal agencies regarding restricting federal grant eligibility for identified anarchist jurisdictions. An 'anarchist jurisdiction' is defined as a State or unit of local government that has refused to take reasonable steps to stop acts of violence and destruction of property.

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SAFE Cities Act — HR. 3894

Last updated: 6/10/2025 · Introduced: 6/10/2025

Author: Tony Wied (R-WI)

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This bill directs the Attorney General to identify and publish a list of 'anarchist jurisdictions' based on actions like restricting law enforcement intervention or refusing federal assistance.
Jurisdictions identified as 'anarchist' may face restrictions in federal grant eligibility, guided by the Office of Management and Budget.
The list of 'anarchist jurisdictions' must be published within 14 days of the Act's enactment and updated at least every 180 days.

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