To amend title 18, United States Code, to penalize false communications to cause an emergency response, and for other purposes.
Preserving Safe Communities by Ending Swatting Act of 2021
This bill makes it a crime to intentionally convey false or misleading information in circumstances where the information may reasonably be expected to cause an emergency response and the information indicates the occurrence of criminal conduct or a threat to health or safety.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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