To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit fraud in connection with posting bail.
In Committee
Introduced:Nov 21, 2025
Primary Sponsor
Don Bacon
Representative
Republican
NE-2
Cosponsors
1
Quick Stats
Policy Area
Government Operations and Politics
Summary
This bill aims to make it a federal crime to commit fraud when posting bail, such as lying about financial assets or using fake bail bonds. The goal is to prevent violent offenders from being released on bail using fraudulent means.
Latest Action
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
AI Summary
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This bill aims to make it a federal crime to commit fraud when posting bail, such as lying about financial assets or using fake bail bonds. The goal is to prevent violent offenders from being released on bail using fraudulent means.
Last updated: 12/29/2025
Official Summary
Congressional Research Service summary
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Key Points
Main provisions of the bill
Expands the definition of fraud under federal law to include providing false information when posting bail, such as for monetary bail, criminal bail bonds, and immigration bail bonds.
Intended to keep violent offenders from being released on bail using fraudulent methods.
Applies to federal bail and bond processes, not state or local bail systems.
How This Impacts Americans
Potential effects on citizens and communities
If passed, this bill would affect anyone accused of a federal crime who tries to post bail. It could lead to additional charges and penalties for individuals who lie or misrepresent their financial status to be released on bail. The broader impact would be to make it harder for violent offenders to be released on bail through fraudulent means.
Policy Areas
Primary Policy Area
Government Operations and Politics
Related Subjects
Congressional oversight
Criminal justice information and records
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Government information and archives
Scope & Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
6260, 119th Congress (2025). "To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit fraud in connection with posting bail.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-6260
