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HOUSE 284117th CongressReferred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Affirming that all men and women are created equal.

Last Action
10/19/2021

Actions

  • 2021-01-12Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
  • 2021-01-12Introduced in House
  • 2021-01-12Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2021-01-12 (00)

Require USCP to Utilize Body-Worn Cameras Act

This bill requires each uniformed officer of the U.S. Capitol Police whose job duties include interacting with the general public to use a body-worn camera and ensure it is activated while on duty. This requirement does not apply to an officer serving on a personal protection detail.

Cosponsors (12)

  • Henry Johnson (D-GA)
  • Steve Cohen (D-TN)
  • Veronica Escobar (D-TX)
  • Eric Swalwell (D-CA)
  • Jackie Speier (D-CA)
  • Gwen Moore (D-WI)
  • LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD (D-CA)
  • Jahana Hayes (D-CT)
  • Bill Foster (D-IL)
  • Alma Adams (D-NC)
  • Kathy Castor (D-FL)
  • André Carson (D-IN)

Subjects

  • Administrative law and regulatory procedures
  • Congressional agencies
  • Congressional officers and employees
  • Criminal justice information and records
  • Government buildings, facilities, and property
  • Law enforcement administration and funding
  • Law enforcement officers
  • Photography and imaging
  • U.S. Capitol
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