Homeland Security Improvement Act
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
The Homeland Security Improvement Act aims to increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement within the Department of Homeland Security. It establishes a Border Oversight Commission to evaluate border enforcement policies and training programs, focusing on impact on border communities and agent safety. The bill also creates an Ombudsman for Border and Immigration-Related Concerns to handle complaints and improve departmental practices. Finally, it mandates data collection on border enforcement activities and updates policies regarding the use of body-worn cameras and border enforcement technologies.
Key provisions
- Establishes a Department of Homeland Security Border Oversight Commission with diverse membership to advise on border policies.
- Creates an Ombudsman for Border and Immigration-Related Concerns to investigate complaints and provide redress.
- Requires the collection and reporting of data on border enforcement activities, including stops, searches, and use of force.
- Mandates updated training for CBP agents and officers focusing on community relations, use of force, and vulnerable populations.
- Addresses the impact of border enforcement technologies and operations on border communities.
- Prohibits the separation of children from their parents or legal guardians solely for deterrence purposes.
- Establishes a system for reporting on migrant deaths along the border.
- Requires CBP to report on the range of its activities, operations, and claimed authority.
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