Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement)

in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10231: No Homeless Detention Centers Act

The No Homeless Detention Centers Act prohibits recipients of federal housing funds from forcing homeless individuals to live in government facilities or requiring them to perform labor in exchange for shelter. The bill also bans local and state authorities from punishing people for engaging in basic life-sustaining activities, such as sleeping or resting, on public property. These restrictions apply to actions taken by law enforcement officers or private contractors acting under federal authority. By tying these prohibitions to federal funding, the legislation aims to prevent the use of criminal penalties or involuntary confinement to address homelessness.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill restricts law enforcement authority to enforce anti-camping laws and mandates against detaining homeless individuals, limiting criminal justice powers.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects homeless individuals from forced labor and criminalization of survival activities, directly advancing tenant protections and housing rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Homelessness

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in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10098: Restoring the Death Penalty in DC Act

The Restoring the Death Penalty in DC Act would reinstate capital punishment in the District of Columbia for specific serious crimes, including first-degree murder, terrorism, and certain offenses involving minors or law enforcement officers. The bill establishes a two-phase trial process where a separate hearing is held after a guilty verdict to determine if aggravating factors outweigh mitigating circumstances, requiring a unanimous jury decision to recommend a death sentence. It designates electrocution as the default method of execution but allows condemned individuals to choose alternatives such as lethal injection or nitrogen hypoxia, while prohibiting executions for pregnant women, minors, and those lacking mental capacity to understand their punishment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill reinstates capital punishment, which expands criminalization and increases mandatory severe sentences, opposing reform indicators like reduced recidivism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5245: Karly Rain Wood Act

The Karly Rain Wood Act establishes a national system requiring individuals convicted of multiple serious violent crimes or a combination of violent and drug offenses to register with state and federal authorities for life. These "repeat violent felons" must provide detailed personal information, including DNA samples, fingerprints, and travel itineraries, and are required to appear in person every 90 days to verify their status. The bill mandates that states create public websites listing these individuals' details, which will be aggregated into a national database accessible by the public, law enforcement, schools, and employers. To ensure compliance, the legislation authorizes federal grants to help jurisdictions implement the program while imposing financial penalties on states that fail to substantially adopt the new registration requirements.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill expands criminalization by mandating lifetime registration, DNA collection, and public shaming for repeat violent felons, restricting their rights without offering rehabilitation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9904: Deputy Darren Almendarez Act

This bill, known as the Deputy Darren Almendarez Act, adds a new federal crime for knowingly possessing or purchasing catalytic converters removed from vehicles with the intent to sell or distribute them. It directly affects individuals involved in the removal and resale of these parts, as well as businesses like scrap yards and repair shops, by establishing penalties of up to five years in prison and fines of $100,000 for first offenses. The law includes specific exceptions that allow for legal possession or purchase if the converter was removed by a vehicle owner, acquired during official duties by authorized entities, or bought from licensed businesses that follow state and local identification rules. For repeat offenders, the potential prison sentence increases to ten years and the fine limit rises to $200,000.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by creating a new federal crime and imposing harsh penalties, which restricts individual liberty and increases the scope of federal criminal law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jul 20, 2026

HR 9793: Weaponization Offender Claims Ban Act of 2026

The Weaponization Offender Claims Ban Act of 2026 restricts the ability of certain individuals to file civil lawsuits under the Federal Tort Claims Act. Specifically, it bars private citizens from bringing these claims if they have been convicted of crimes such as assaulting federal law enforcement officers, interfering with federal elections, obstructing government processes, or committing felonies involving theft or misuse of federal funds. This provision applies regardless of whether the convicted person has received a pardon or had their sentence commuted. The bill directly affects individuals with these specific criminal convictions who might otherwise seek legal redress against the federal government.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts civil lawsuit rights for convicted individuals, limiting access to legal remedies and reducing accountability for law enforcement misconduct.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 9716: PRIVACY Act

The PRIVACY Act restricts Federal law enforcement agencies from accessing surveillance data collected by State or local agencies without a warrant issued by a Federal judge. It establishes a "Jurisdictional Wall List" maintained by the Attorney General that includes technologies like automated license plate readers and long-range microphones, prohibiting the use of Federal funds to purchase these specific devices. While the bill allows for limited exceptions in emergencies or with consent, it mandates strict rules on data retention, requiring agencies to delete most collected information within 30 days unless it becomes evidence in an active prosecution. Additionally, the legislation bans the use of this data to monitor individuals exercising First Amendment rights and requires regular reporting to Congress on how these surveillance tools are utilized.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts federal law enforcement access to surveillance data and limits funding for specific monitoring technologies, thereby reducing investigative capabilities and limiting the scope of criminal justice operations.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects data privacy by restricting warrantless access to surveillance data and limiting funding for specific surveillance technologies.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts funding for surveillance technologies like license plate readers, which are critical for traffic enforcement and public safety on roads.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Judges Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jul 13, 2026

HR 9656: Illegal Alien Patient Reporting Act

This bill requires hospitals that receive federal health care funding to ask patients about their immigration status during admission and report the results to government agencies. Under the law, hospitals must include a specific statement on intake forms assuring patients that their answers will not affect their medical care or lead to a law enforcement report unless the patient is suspected of certain crimes. Hospitals must also submit quarterly reports detailing how many patients are citizens, lawful residents, or undocumented, along with the number of individuals who refused to answer or failed to provide proof of their legal status. The legislation prohibits hospitals from sharing personal identifying information with the government while allowing them to exclude non-compliant facilities from federal programs. Additionally, the bill mandates an annual report to Congress analyzing the costs of uncompensated care for undocumented patients and its impact on hospital services.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by mandating immigration status reporting in hospitals, increasing surveillance and restricting privacy rights for patients.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts patient access by requiring immigration status reporting, creating barriers to care and limiting patient rights.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates hospitals report immigration status, increasing enforcement cooperation and restricting access to services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Hospitals

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9208: HEAR Act of 2026

The HEAR Act of 2026 makes it illegal for most people to import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess firearm silencers and mufflers. The law allows exceptions for law enforcement officers, campus security personnel, nuclear facility employees, and licensed manufacturers conducting authorized testing. To help individuals comply with the new restrictions, the bill requires the Attorney General to create a nationwide buy-back program that pays people who surrender their silencers. These changes would take effect 90 days after the bill is signed into law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by banning silencers for most citizens and mandates a buy-back program to remove them, restricting lawful possession.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HR 9098: Congressional Records Protection Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Congressional Records Protection Act, aims to shield the personal and official communications of Members of Congress and their employees from government searches and subpoenas. It directly affects federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies by prohibiting them from obtaining records related to these individuals unless the person is the specific target of a criminal investigation. Under the new rules, agencies must notify the affected Member or employee before searching their records, except in urgent cases where notice could endanger lives or destroy evidence. Additionally, any materials found during a search that belong to a protected individual cannot be reviewed for 30 days to ensure they are not accessed without proper oversight.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts law enforcement access to records, limiting their ability to investigate and gather evidence against congressional staff.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill strengthens data privacy and digital rights by shielding communications from government searches, aligning with the goal of protecting personal data.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2026

HR 8843: FAFO Act

The Federal Accountability for Felony Obstruction Act expands the legal definition of domestic terrorism to include acts that obstruct law enforcement officers or individuals seeking medical attention. By amending existing federal statutes, the bill ensures that property damage occurring during such obstructions is counted as part of the terrorist classification. This change directly affects individuals who engage in violent resistance against police or emergency responders, potentially increasing the severity of charges they face. The legislation focuses on tightening the criteria for what constitutes domestic terrorism rather than altering the underlying penalties for the acts themselves.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by redefining domestic terrorism to include obstruction of law enforcement, thereby increasing penalties and restricting defendant rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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