Bill · S. 3581· Senate(119-S-3581)

No Settlements for January 6 Law Enforcement Assaulters Act

Age: 71 years

Rhode Island

Introduced: 1/6/2026
Last activity: 1/6/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by: Sheldon Whitehouse
Cosponsors: - 24 - 0

Crime and Law Enforcement

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "No Settlements for January 6 Law Enforcement Assaulters Act," aims to restrict the use of federal money for specific legal settlements. It targets individuals who have been convicted of assaulting a law enforcement officer during the events at or near the Capitol on January 6, 2021. Under this act, these "covered individuals" would be prohibited from receiving legal settlements from federal funds. This includes amounts from the Judgment Fund. The restriction applies if the claims are based on harm suffered during the January 6 events or from related prosecutions.

Yes

Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+2
The bill restricts the use of federal funds, including the Judgment Fund, for specific legal settlements.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+1
The bill establishes a clear rule regarding the use of federal funds for specific legal settlements.
Does this change how police departments operate?+1
The bill supports law enforcement by preventing settlements for individuals convicted of assaulting officers.