Bills/H.R. 7119

DHS Use of Force Oversight Act

DHS Use of Force Oversight Act

In CommitteeImmigrationHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
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Plain Language Summary

# DHS Use of Force Oversight Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish new oversight and accountability measures for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding how its officers use force. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to create reporting requirements, training standards, and review procedures for incidents where DHS agents use force against individuals. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect DHS agencies and their personnel (including Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and Border Protection, and the Secret Service), as well as individuals who interact with these agencies. It may also impact taxpayers and Congress, which would receive reports on force incidents. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.

The bill was introduced by Representative Delia Ramirez (D-IL) in the 119th Congress. For more detailed information about specific provisions, you can search the bill number (HR 7119) on Congress.gov.

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Latest Action

January 15, 2026

Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Key Dates

Introduced
January 15, 2026
Last Updated
January 15, 2026
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