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Read. Follow. Verify.Department of Homeland Security Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Act
Last action · April 10, 2025: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
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What This Bill Would Do
This bill proposes to expand the authority and independence of the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties within the Department of Homeland Security. It aims to strengthen the office's ability to investigate and address civil rights and civil liberties concerns across all DHS components.
The bill would change how the Department of Homeland Security handles internal complaints and oversight, potentially impacting the rights of individuals interacting with agencies like TSA, CBP, and ICE.
Who It Would Affect
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Department of Homeland Security
The department's internal oversight structure and the authority of its civil rights office would be modified by this legislation.
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Focus on DHS Oversight
The introduction of this bill indicates a legislative effort to increase independent oversight of DHS civil rights compliance.
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