US SB2115

Creates a new federal crime for purposely obstructing, delaying, or affecting commerce by blocking a public road or highway, including attempts or conspiracies to do so

Establishes penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment, a fine, or both for violations

Amends Section 1951 of Title 18 (the Hobbs Act), which currently addresses interference with commerce through robbery or extortion

Introduced June 18, 2025 by Senator Tillis with cosponsors Blackburn, Tuberville, Budd, and Cassidy; referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee