Department of Homeland Security Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Act
April 10, 2025
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Where This Stands
Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Version history
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View official text →The Frame
The bill would change how the Department of Homeland Security handles internal complaints and oversight, potentially impacting the rights of individuals interacting with agencies like TSA, CBP, and ICE.
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Department of Homeland Security
The department's internal oversight structure and the authority of its civil rights office would be modified by this legislation.
Current stage: in_committee.
Floor Vote.
Summary
Why It Matters
The bill would change how the Department of Homeland Security handles internal complaints and oversight, potentially impacting the rights of individuals interacting with agencies like TSA, CBP, and ICE.
Key Facts
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Focus on DHS Oversight
The introduction of this bill indicates a legislative effort to increase independent oversight of DHS civil rights compliance.
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