HR5724Referred to Committee

FAST Justice Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-10-08
Introduced
20
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

James R. Walkinshaw
James R. Walkinshaw
Democrat · VA · Representative
Votes with party: 98.7% (308 recorded votes)

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Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2025-10-08

Source: Congress.gov

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Plain-English Summary

The bill would establish faster procedures for the federal government to investigate and prosecute certain crimes, aiming to reduce delays in the justice system. It affects federal agencies, law enforcement officials, and people accused of federal crimes by streamlining how cases move through the courts and government investigations. The proposal is currently being reviewed by congressional committees to determine whether it would actually speed up justice without compromising fairness or due process.

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Government Operations and Politics
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