A Republican bill with 9 Republican cosponsors · See all 9 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is titled the "Citizen-Only Police Act of 2025" or the "COP Act of 2025." It aims to prohibit Federal funds from being made available to any law enforcement agency that employs an alien as a law enforcement officer. The legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 29, 2025.
Yes
- Scored +5
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill reduces federal spending by withholding funds from law enforcement agencies that employ non-citizens.
- Scored +4
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill uses federal funding as a lever to dictate the employment composition of local and state law enforcement agencies.
- Scored +2
Does this tighten control of the border?
The bill promotes a policy of citizen-only law enforcement which is often associated with stricter border and immigration control priorities.
The opposite· 3 of 5
- Scored -7
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The bill specifically targets the employment of immigrants in the law enforcement sector.
- Scored -5
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?
The bill targets the employment of aliens, which disproportionately affects Hispanic communities.
- Scored -4
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?
The bill creates a punitive environment for immigrants by targeting their employment opportunities in law enforcement.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- There are no specific positive impacts or benefits for individuals or groups of people listed within the provided text of the bill.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Loss of Federal Funding: Any law enforcement agency that employs an alien as a law enforcement officer would be prohibited from receiving Federal funds under Section 2.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill specifically targets the employment of immigrants in the law enforcement sector. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill targets the employment of aliens, which disproportionately affects Hispanic communities. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The loss of law enforcement funding could negatively impact public safety in various communities.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill reduces federal spending by withholding funds from law enforcement agencies that employ non-citizens.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — The bill promotes a policy of citizen-only law enforcement which is often associated with stricter border and immigration control priorities. Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill creates a punitive environment for immigrants by targeting their employment opportunities in law enforcement. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill may negatively impact racial equity by disrupting law enforcement agencies that rely on diverse workforces.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill uses federal funding as a lever to dictate the employment composition of local and state law enforcement agencies.
- 5/22/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 5/14/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/13/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/12/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/29/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in House
Brian BabinRepublican · Texas
Russell FryRepublican · South Carolina
Brandon GillRepublican · Texas
Abraham HamadehRepublican · Arizona
Mike HaridopolosRepublican · Florida
Barry MooreRepublican · Alabama
Ralph NormanRepublican · South Carolina
John RoseRepublican · Tennessee
Randy WeberRepublican · Texas