SHRED Act of 2025

This legislation aims to significantly increase the penalties for specific federal employees who conceal, remove, or mutilate government records. It specifically targets officers and employees within the Department of Justice and the intelligence community , defining these roles according to existing law. The bill amends section 2071 of title 18, United States Code, to establish a new, more stringent sentencing guideline for these individuals. Under the proposed changes, anyone committing such an offense would face a mandatory minimum imprisonment of not less than 20 years or for life , in addition to potential fines. This measure seeks to provide a strong deterrent against the unauthorized handling and destruction of official documents by those in sensitive government positions.