To prohibit Federal funding for entities that employ individuals who condone and celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5352 aims to prohibit federal funding for entities that employ individuals who condone or celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism. The bill references the definition of domestic terrorism as defined in section 2331 of title 18, United States Code. Introduced in the House of Representatives, the bill was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.R. 5352 would restrict the flow of federal funds to organizations employing individuals who support political violence or domestic terrorism. This could lead to changes in employment practices within organizations that receive federal funding. It may also lead to legal challenges regarding the definition and interpretation of 'condone and celebrate'.
Potential Benefits
- May deter the expression of support for political violence and domestic terrorism.
- Could promote a culture of non-violence within organizations receiving federal funds.
- Might reduce the risk of federal funds indirectly supporting extremist ideologies.
- Could increase public trust in government-funded organizations.
- May encourage organizations to implement stricter vetting processes for employees.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Could infringe on freedom of speech if the definition of 'condone and celebrate' is too broad.
- May lead to politically motivated targeting of individuals and organizations.
- Could create a chilling effect on legitimate political expression.
- May be difficult to enforce due to the subjective nature of 'condoning' and 'celebrating'.
- Could disproportionately affect organizations with diverse viewpoints.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's constitutionality is questionable, particularly regarding the First Amendment's guarantee of freedom of speech. While the government can restrict speech that incites violence, the bill's language about 'condoning and celebrating' may be overly broad and could encompass protected speech. The bill's alignment with constitutional principles depends heavily on how 'condone and celebrate' is interpreted and applied.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).