Bill · S. 4967· Senate(119-S-4967)
Stop TNR Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 7/14/2026
- Last activity
- 7/14/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Adam Schiff
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Stop TNR Act of 2026 aims to amend the United States Code to include a sentencing enhancement for transnational repression. This includes activities by foreign powers or their agents targeting United States persons through coercion, harassment, or violence. The bill establishes a legal definition for transnational repression to help law enforcement address these actions. It centralizes oversight of related prosecutions and investigations within the Department of Justice and the FBI. Additionally, the act requires annual reports, congressional briefings, and a review of available responses to these threats.
Yes· 3 of 9
Does this shorten or soften prison sentences?+5
The bill establishes a new sentencing enhancement of up to 10 years for crimes involving transnational repression.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+5
The bill seeks to deter foreign actors from using transnational repression to silence speech protected by the First Amendment.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+4
The bill protects foreign nationals physically present in the United States from transnational repression.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Deterrence for Foreign Actors: By establishing a sentencing enhancement of up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $100,000, the bill seeks to create a heightened deterrent against those engaging in transnational repression (Section 4).
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Protection of Constitutional Rights: The bill identifies that transnational repression is used to silence speech protected by the First Amendment, and its provisions aim to address efforts intended to prevent individuals from exercising these rights (Section 2).
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Enhanced Oversight and Investigation: The bill centralizes oversight of investigations within the FBI and prosecutions within the National Security Division of the Department of Justice (Section 5).
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Public Awareness and Education: The act calls for a public education campaign regarding how artificial intelligence is used for foreign influence, disinformation, and transnational repression (Section 9).
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Improved Information Sharing: The requirement for annual unclassified reports provides the public with descriptions of trends, methods, and the government's efforts to disrupt these activities (Section 7).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Increased Penalties for Convicted Individuals: Those found guilty of crimes involving acts of transnational repression would face significant additional punishments, including up to 10 years of imprisonment and fines of up to $100,000 (Section 4).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Criminal Sentencing Reform+5Improves Freedom Of Speech+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+4Good For Hispanic Americans+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Privacy Rights+4Improves Government Transparency+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+3Improves Diplomatic Engagement+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+2
- 7/14/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
John CurtisRepublican · Utah