HR 7870

The ICE Standards Act aims to reform practices within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) by establishing stricter training requirements for immigration officers. It mandates annual training on use of force, de-escalation techniques, and constitutional rights, requires the use of body-worn and dashboard cameras, and requires officers to visibly identify themselves unless there’s a valid reason for concealment. Furthermore, the bill restricts ICE enforcement actions in sensitive locations like schools and places of worship and prohibits the deportation of U.S. citizens. Finally, it mandates verification of citizenship status before any arrest and requires notification to local law enforcement agencies before federal enforcement operations.