Bill · H.R. 3084· House(119-HR-3084)
Stealthing Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 4/29/2025
- Last activity
- 4/29/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Norma Torres
- Cosponsors
- - 9 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The ``Stealthing Act of 2025'' creates a civil action for individuals who experience non-consensual sexual protection barrier removal. This term refers to the removal of a barrier, such as a condom or dental dam, without the consent of everyone involved in sexual contact. The bill establishes that victims can sue for damages when certain circumstances involving interstate or foreign commerce are met. This includes the movement of people, communications, or the barriers themselves. The Act seeks to provide a legal remedy for what it describes as a violation of autonomy and dignity.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would women be better off under this?+6
The bill addresses a form of sexual violence that findings indicate disproportionately affects women.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+5
The bill provides legal recourse for victims of sexual violence that disproportionately impacts women.
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?+4
The bill provides protections for gay men who are also identified as potential victims of this conduct.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Legal Recourse for Victims: The bill allows any person to commence a civil action against someone who engages in non-consensual sexual protection barrier removal, allowing them to seek compensation for the violation. (Section 3(a))
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Financial Recovery: Victims of these actions may recover compensatory and punitive damages, as well as injunctive and declaratory relief, through the court system. (Section 3(c))
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Protection of Autonomy: The bill recognizes the right of people engaging in sexual intercourse to make decisions regarding whether to use a condom or other sexual protection barrier. (Section 2(8))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+6Good For L G B T Q Community+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+3
- 9/28/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/29/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 7 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
Judy ChuDemocrat · California
Troy CarterDemocrat · Louisiana
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormickDemocrat · Florida
John LarsonDemocrat · Connecticut
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Janice SchakowskyDemocrat · Illinois
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan