New federal crime would punish those who force children into self-harm or abuse.
This bill would create a new federal crime for anyone who intentionally forces a child into harmful acts like self-harm, animal cruelty, or sexual abuse. It aims to protect children by giving law enforcement new tools to prosecute those who use threats or manipulation, with penalties up to life in prison if death results.
Today, federal law doesn't explicitly make it a crime to intentionally force a minor into self-harm, animal cruelty, abusive nonsexual conduct, or sexually explicit conduct using the internet or mail. If this bill becomes law, it would create a new federal offense specifically for these actions, allowing for prosecution and severe penalties, including imprisonment for up to life if death results.
HR 6732 · 119th Congress · December 16, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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