U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody is proposing a measure aimed at protecting federal law enforcement and government officers from harassment.

The bill is inspired by a similar protection action for law enforcement in Florida.

Moody announced that she’s introducing the “ Halo Act ” to protect federal officers when they’re executing official actions. The measure, partially rooted in immigration enforcement, would establish criminal penalties for obstructing immigration actions and bystanders would have to keep a 25-foot buffer between themselves and federal officers.

“As the wife of a law enforcement officer, former (Florida) Attorney General, and now United States Senator, I have always supported and fought for the selfless individuals who protect and serve our nation,” Moody said in a ne

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