H.R. 4187

119th CONGRESS 1st Session

To amend title 18, United States Code, to clarify the causation element in the Federal hate crime statute, and for other purposes.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES · June 26, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Lieu · Committee: Committee on the Judiciary

Table of contents

• H.R. 4187
  • SEC. 1. Short title
  • SEC. 2. Clarification as to causation element in hate crimes

SEC. 1. Short title

• This Act may be cited as the Stop Hate Crimes Act of 2025.

SEC. 2. Clarification as to causation element in hate crimes

• Section 249(a) of title 18, United States Code, is amended—
  • in paragraph (1), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A)—
    • by striking because ofand inserting if; and
    • by inserting after the following: ; and
  • in paragraph (2)(A), in the matter preceding clause (i)—
    • by striking because ofand inserting if; and
    • by inserting after the following: .