In CommitteeFiled Jan 15, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3] (D)
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Jan 16, 2026
Summary
The bill amends the Homeland Security Act to mandate a uniform use‑of‑force and de‑escalation policy for all Department of Homeland Security (DHS) law‑enforcement personnel. It obligates the Secretary to collect and publish detailed incident data, prohibit chokeholds and carotid restraints, and establish internal review councils. The goal is to increase accountability, protect public safety, and ensure consistent training across DHS components.
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