WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- Sen. Ted Cruz issued the following press release:
U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) introduced the Safe Access to Cash Act. The bill ensures that robberies involving off-site automatic teller machines (ATMs) receive federal penalties, equal to those imposed for on-site robberies of financial institutions. The Federal Bank Robbery Act of 1934 currently only protects banks and financial institutions, not standalone ATMs in malls, convenience stores, and public locations.
Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, "ATM thefts have surged across Texas and across the country, putting our citizens, workers, bystanders, and first responders in danger. Federal penalties will deter criminals and shut down org...