Bills/H.R. 7439

Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act of 2026

Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act of 2026

In CommitteeJudiciaryHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
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Plain Language Summary

# Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act of 2026 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish standardized rules and procedures for federal law enforcement agencies (like the FBI, DEA, and other federal police forces) to follow. Rather than each agency operating under its own separate guidelines, the bill aims to create uniform standards that would apply government-wide. The specific details of what standards would be included aren't publicly available yet, but such bills typically address training requirements, use-of-force policies, accountability measures, or investigative procedures. **Who It Affects:** The bill would directly impact federal law enforcement agencies and their officers. It would also affect anyone who interacts with federal law enforcement—potentially improving consistency in how people are treated across different federal agencies and jurisdictions. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Rep.

Grace Meng (D-NY) and is currently in committee, meaning it's still in the early stages of the legislative process. It has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. For more detailed information about the specific provisions, you would need to check Congress.gov or the sponsor's office, as the full text and details are not provided in this summary.

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Latest Action

February 9, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Sponsor

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Key Dates

Introduced
February 9, 2026
Last Updated
February 9, 2026
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