US SB3558

Creates a new federal crime for knowingly entering or remaining within a "posted protective zone" around National Guard members with intent to impede, intimidate, or interfere with their official duties

Defines a posted protective zone as an area within 15 feet of a National Guard member that is marked by verbal warning, visible signage, barricade tape, or other reasonable means

Applies only during National Guard deployments authorized under chapter 15 of title 10 (federal activation) or title 32 (state duty with federal funding)

Establishes penalties of up to 1 year imprisonment and/or fines for basic violations, increasing to up to 5 years if the person makes physical contact with, throws an object at, or spits on a Guard member

Includes a First Amendment protection clause stating the law does not prohibit constitutionally protected activity conducted outside the posted protective zone