ICE Out of Our Faces Act

# ICE Out of Our Faces Act (HR 7363) Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would restrict the authority of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers to conduct surveillance and facial recognition operations. Specifically, it aims to limit ICE's use of facial recognition technology and surveillance practices, particularly in sensitive locations. The bill reflects concerns about privacy rights and the expansion of biometric surveillance by federal immigration authorities. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect ICE's operational capabilities and could impact immigrants and communities with significant immigrant populations.

It could also affect individuals generally concerned about privacy and surveillance technology use by government agencies. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7363 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) in the 119th Congress. To become law, it would need to advance through committee, pass both the House and Senate, and be signed by the President.