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Federal Accountability for Felony Obstruction Act

H.R. 8843 · 119th Congress · May 15, 2026 · Lineage

A BILL

To amend title 18, United States, to include property damage in acts that constitute domestic terrorism, and for other purposes.

Section 1 Short title

This Act may be cited as the “Federal Accountability for Felony Obstruction Act” or the “FAFO Act”.

Sec. 2 Inclusion of property damage in definition of domestic terrorism

Section 2331(5)(A) of title 18, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

“(A) involve acts that—

“(i) are a violation of the criminal laws of the United States or of any State, and that are dangerous to human life or are likely to cause significant damage to property; and

“(ii) that obstruct or impede—

“(I) a law enforcement officer or a first responder in carrying out their duties; or

“(II) a person seeking medical attention;”