Zero Tolerance for Political Violence Act of 2026

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

2026-05-07

The bill would establish mandatory minimum prison sentences for anyone who attempts to assassinate the President, Vice President, Supreme Court justices, Cabinet members, members of Congress, or certain presidential staff members. Currently, attempted assassination charges don't have set minimum sentences, giving judges more flexibility in sentencing decisions. This change would require judges to impose at least a certain number of years in prison for these crimes, regardless of other circumstances.