What does Preamble of HR 7572 do?

This bill aims to protect the civil rights of individuals. It specifically addresses unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7572 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'No Vigilante Checkpoints and Civil Rights Protection Act of 2026'.

What does FINDINGS. of HR 7572 do?

This section outlines congressional findings regarding the Fourth Amendment and unreasonable searches and seizures. It notes that private individuals and organizations have been conducting activities resembling law enforcement without legal authority. These activities are stated to undermine public safety, interfere with Federal operations, and infringe upon individual rights. Congress asserts its authority to protect civil rights and ensure the execution of Federal law under Article I, Section 8, and Section 5 of the Fourteenth Amendment.

What does PROHIBITION ON FALSE ASSUMPTION OF GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY IN of HR 7572 do?

This section amends Title 18, United States Code, by adding Section 709A, which establishes an offense for falsely assuming government authority in immigration enforcement. The offense involves actions such as stopping, detaining, demanding identification, requesting searches, or collecting vehicle data without lawful authority, and for the purpose of influencing federal law enforcement operations. Penalties for a violation include imprisonment for up to 5 years and/or a fine. An aggravated offense, involving firearms, bodily injury, or interference with federal officers/operations, carries a potential prison sentence of up to 10 years. The section clarifies that lawful protest, speech, or assembly that does not involve the prohibited conduct is not restricted.

What does CIVIL ACTION FOR UNLAWFUL CHECKPOINTS AND IDENTITY DEMANDS. of HR 7572 do?

This section establishes a private right of action for individuals aggrieved by conduct prohibited under section 709A of title 18, United States Code. Civil actions can be brought against individuals, organizations, or governmental entities involved in the prohibited conduct. Relief available in such actions includes statutory damages of at least $10,000 per violation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive or declaratory relief, and reasonable attorneys' fees and costs. Qualified immunity is not a defense for defendants in actions brought under this section. The statute of limitations for bringing an action is 5 years from the date of the violation.

What does SEVERABILITY. of HR 7572 do?

This section establishes a severability clause for the Act. If any part of the Act is found to be invalid, the rest of the Act remains in effect. The application of an invalidated provision to specific individuals or situations will not affect its application to others.

What does EFFECTIVE DATE. of HR 7572 do?

This Act will become effective upon its enactment.

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No Vigilante Checkpoints and Civil Rights Protection Act of 2026 — HR. 7572

Last updated: 2/13/2026 · Introduced: 2/13/2026

Author: Dan Crenshaw (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a federal crime with penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment (or 10 years with aggravating factors) for falsely assuming government authority to enforce immigration laws, such as stopping vehicles or demanding identification, without legal authority.
It creates a private right of action allowing individuals harmed by such actions to sue for at least $10,000 in statutory damages, plus compensatory and punitive damages, and attorney's fees, without the defense of qualified immunity.
The bill clarifies that lawful protest, speech, or assembly that does not involve the prohibited conduct is not restricted.

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