H.R.4620

To amend title 18, United States Code, to include rioting in the definition of racketeering activity.

Introduced·7/22/25

Federal HB4620 amends title 18, United States Code, to include rioting in the definition of racketeering activity.

Federal HB4620 amends title 18, United States Code, to include rioting in the definition of racketeering activity. This bill modifies the definition of racketeering activity to explicitly include rioting, thereby expanding the scope of activities that can be prosecuted under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). This change affects individuals and organizations involved in rioting by subjecting them to the stringent penalties and legal actions provided under RICO.

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History

Jul 22, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Jul 22, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.