H.R. 5140 (119th)

To lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age.^ⓘ

Policy area:: Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action:: Received in the Senate. (Sep 17, 2025)

Official record (congress.gov)

Congressional Budget Office estimates

H.R. 5140, a bill to lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age — Sep 15, 2025

Recorded votes on this measure

House Roll #271 Passage Sep 16, 2025 · Passed

Coverage: the 118th–119th Congresses.