H.R.8481

Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026

Introduced·4/23/26

Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026 mandates natural lifetime injunctions for certain convicted offenders, prohibiting contact with victims.

Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026 amends title 18, United States Code, to mandate courts to issue natural lifetime injunctions for defendants convicted of covered offenses. These offenses include crimes of violence that are felonies or felony offenses involving sexual acts or conduct. The injunctions prohibit any contact with the victim and remain in effect for the life of the defendant. A violation of these injunctions is punishable as contempt of court.

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Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 3

10:00 AM

House Committee on the Judiciary Hearing

History

Jul 6

House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-731.

Jul 6

House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 636.

Jun 3

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held