Bill
HR 5882
Summary: H.R. 5882 - No Tricks on Treats Act of 2025 OverviewThe No Tricks on Treats Act of 2025 is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on October 31, 2025. The
The No Tricks on Treats Act of 2025 is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on October 31, 2025. The main purpose of this legislation is to prohibit the use of trick-or-treating for any purpose other than collecting candy on Halloween.
The bill would enact the following key changes:
Banning Trick-or-Treating for Non-Candy Purposes: The bill would make it unlawful for any individual or organization to use trick-or-treating as a means of collecting donations, signatures, or promoting any cause or agenda other than receiving candy.
Enforcement and Penalties: Violators of the law would be subject to civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation. State and local law enforcement would be responsible for enforcing the new regulations.
Candy Distribution Requirement: The bill mandates that any household participating in trick-or-treating must have candy available to distribute to costumed children who come to their door.
Exemptions for Charitable Organizations: Legitimate charitable organizations would be exempt from the prohibition, allowing them to conduct supervised trick-or-treating events for the purpose of collecting donations for their causes.
The No Tricks on Treats Act is aimed at preserving the traditional, candy-centric nature of Halloween trick-or-treating. Key impacts of the bill would include:
Overall, the bill is intended to protect the spirit of Halloween and the enjoyment of children collecting candy from their neighbors.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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