What does Preamble of Federal Halo Act do?

This bill proposes to amend Title 18, United States Code. The stated purpose is to establish a safety buffer zone to protect certain Federal law enforcement officers. The bill is referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Federal Halo Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Federal Halo Act.

What does CRIMINAL PENALTY FOR OBSTRUCTING FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT of Federal Halo Act do?

This section amends Chapter 73 of title 18, United States Code, to add a new section on obstructing law enforcement activities. It defines terms such as 'Federal law enforcement officer' and 'harass' in the context of obstructing law enforcement. A person who violates the warning to not approach a Federal law enforcement officer can be fined, imprisoned, or both.

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Federal Halo Act

Last updated: 5/13/2026 · Introduced: 5/13/2026

Author: Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY)

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The Federal Halo Act establishes a criminal penalty for individuals who harass or approach federal law enforcement officers while they are performing official duties.
This bill defines 'Federal law enforcement officer' and 'harass' within the context of obstructing law enforcement activities.
Violators of the Act may face fines, imprisonment, or both.

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