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H.R. 277: Matthew Lawrence Perna Act of 2025

H.R. 277 is a federal bill in the 119th Congress. This bill changes several aspects of federal criminal proceedings. Currently, individuals charged with federal crimes, including those related to political protests, can be held in jail before their trial if a judge determines they are a flight risk or a… See its sponsors, how members voted, and a plain-English breakdown on PolityLens.

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