HR 7984
To require transparency from the Department of Homeland Security with respect to a certain use of force incident, and for other purposes
Progress
Timeline
- Mar 18Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means, 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.
Summary
**Bill Summary: HR 7984** This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to be more transparent about a specific incident where force was used by its personnel. **What it does:** The bill mandates that DHS provide detailed information and documentation about a particular use of force incident to Congress and potentially the public. **Who it affects:** - DHS and its agencies (like Border Patrol, ICE, TSA, Secret Service) - Congress members seeking information - The public, who may gain access to incident details **What would change:** DHS would be legally required to disclose information about this incident that they might otherwise keep confidential. This could include reports, video footage, witness statements, or other documentation related to how and why force was used. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's being reviewed before any potential vote. The phrase "and for other purposes" suggests additional transparency requirements may be included beyond this single incident.
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