HR 7984
DHS Use of Force Transparency Act of 2026
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:01 PM
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Bill overview
This bill, the DHS Use of Force Transparency Act of 2026, requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to release detailed information about officer-involved shootings and deaths that occur in their custody, starting January 20, 2025. The act mandates the production of a wide range of documents, including video footage, reports, communications, and training materials related to these incidents. The goal is to increase transparency and accountability regarding DHS’s use of force practices. The information will be provided to both the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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