S 2452 United States Senate · 119th Congress

Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

This bill allows tribal law enforcement officers who contract with federal programs to enforce federal law within tribal lands after meeting specific training and certification standards set by the Bureau of Justice Services. It deems these officers as federal law enforcement officers for key legal protections under Titles 18, 5, and 28 of U.S. Code, including liability coverage and retirement benefits. Officers must complete training comparable to federal counterparts, pass background checks, and receive Bureau certification. The Department of Justice must establish certification procedures within two years and coordinate public safety oversight in tribal communities through the Attorney General’s office.
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Introduced Jul 24, 2025 Last action Jul 24, 2025
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