Preserving Safe Communities by Ending Swatting Act of 2025 penalizes false communications causing emergency responses.
The Preserving Safe Communities by Ending Swatting Act of 2025 amends title 18, United States Code, to penalize false communications intended to cause emergency responses. The bill defines "emergency response" as any deployment of personnel or equipment, order or advice to evacuate, or issuance of a warning by public safety agencies or private not-for-profit organizations. Individuals found guilty of such conduct face fines and imprisonment, with increased penalties if serious bodily injury or death results.
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