What does Preamble of Democracy Without Intimidation Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To prohibit troops at the polls, and for other purposes'.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Democracy Without Intimidation Act do?

This bill is formally titled the "Democracy Without Intimidation Act".

What does PROHIBITING TROOPS AT POLLS. of Democracy Without Intimidation Act do?

This section amends Section 592 of Title 18, United States Code, by removing an exception that allowed the use of force to repel armed enemies of the United States. It amends Section 1982 of the Revised Statutes to authorize United States attorneys, marshals, and other officers to prosecute violations of specific sections of Title 18, including the amended Section 592. This section amends Section 1983 of the Revised Statutes to allow district courts to increase the number of United States magistrate judges to ensure a speedy arrest and examination of individuals charged with crimes. It establishes a private right of action for individuals aggrieved by violations of Section 592, allowing them to bring a civil action for injunctive relief in district court. Final orders issued under this private right of action are reviewable by direct appeal to the Supreme Court of the United States. The term 'covered person' for the purposes of this private right of action is defined as any person in the Senior Executive Service of a Federal law enforcement agency or a political appointee of a Federal law enforcement agency.

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Democracy Without Intimidation Act

Last updated: 5/14/2026 · Introduced: 5/14/2026

Author: April McClain Delaney (D-MD)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill removes an exception in federal law that previously permitted the use of force to repel armed enemies of the United States, specifically in the context of elections.
It authorizes federal attorneys and marshals to prosecute violations of the amended law and allows district courts to appoint additional magistrate judges to expedite the processing of related criminal cases.
Individuals harmed by violations committed by federal law enforcement personnel or political appointees can pursue civil action in district court for injunctive relief, with appeals potentially reaching the Supreme Court.

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