What was the 1547 treason act?

The 1547 Treason Act, enacted during the reign of King Edward VI in England, significantly expanded the scope of treason laws. It made a wider range of offenses punishable by death, including acts such as the denial of the royal supremacy or the possession of certain religious texts. The act aimed to strengthen the monarchy's control and suppress dissent, particularly during a time of religious upheaval. Its broad definition of treason contributed to a climate of fear and repression in Tudor England.