HR. 59Reported
Mens Rea Reform Act of 2025
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes a default knowing mental state standard for federal criminal offenses and regulations that do not specify one
Key points
- Establish default mens rea standard
- Require proof of knowing conduct
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Reported
Latest action
2025-06-10 — Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 15 - 13.
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