HR 7144
Law Enforcement Oversight and Reform Act of 2020
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Bill overview
The Law Enforcement Oversight and Reform Act of 2020 prohibits law enforcement officers from using ‘reckless’ force under the color of law, specifically banning respiratory chokeholds. It also restricts states and local governments from receiving federal grants if they don’t have similar laws prohibiting excessive force. The bill establishes penalties for officers who use excessive force and requires the Attorney General to report on convictions related to this new prohibition.
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Primary sponsor
Nydia M. Velazquez
Cosponsors
Tim Ryan
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