We, the undersigned, call on the United States Congress to enact the Federal Victim Protection Recording Law, a national policy that: Legalizes audio and video recordings made for self-protection and as evidence of harassment, abuse, threats, or assault regardless of state consent laws. Protects victims from criminal prosecution when their intent is to document misconduct, danger, or abuse. Makes these recordings admissible as evidence in workplace investigations, school hearings, or criminal courts. Overrides conflicting state consent laws in cases where the recording is made to report a crime, harassment, or workplace violation. Why This Law Matters: Victims deserve protection, not punishment. No one should face jail time for trying to defend themselves or prove their innocence. Abusers exploit outdated consent laws. These laws, meant to protect privacy, are now used as shields by perpetrators who know their victims cannot legally record them. Evidence saves lives. A single recording can expose a predator, stop workplace retaliation, or prevent a future assault. Equal protection for all Americans. Every citizen deserves the same right to safety and justice, no matter which state they live in. This proposal is rooted in the 14th Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause and the federal government’s duty to ensure public safety and civil rights. Just as federal law prohibits discrimination in workplaces and schools, it must also ensure victims can document and report harassment without fear of prosecution. The Human Cost: Imagine a woman in California recording her supervisor making threats — and then being told her recording is illegal. Imagine a student in Florida capturing video of bullying — and being expelled for violating consent laws. These are not isolated incidents. They represent millions of Americans who have been silenced by outdated state restrictions. We can’t allow laws designed for privacy to be weaponized against victims of abuse. We demand that Congress pass the Federal Victim Protection Recording Law — a law that ensures no one will ever be punished for recording abuse, harassment, threats, or assault in the United States. This law will: Empower victims to speak up, ensure justice through evidence. create safer workplaces, schools, and communities nationwide. We, the undersigned, call on: Congress to act immediately to introduce and pass this law; State governments to support the federal standard; and Citizens to unite and demand change. Sign this petition today to tell Congress: No more silencing victims. No more punishing protection. Justice should never depend on silence.