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Scott Peters (D-CA)

Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act of 2025

H.R. 5973 · House bill Immigration

A Democratic bill with 112 Democratic cosponsors · See all 112 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The "Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act of 2025" establishes new limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel. It sets strict requirements for the use of non-deadly force, including mandates for de-escalation and the minimization of risk to third parties. The bill restricts the use of certain equipment like rubber bullets and tear gas, except under specific circumstances. Additionally, it requires the implementation of body-worn and vehicle cameras for all enforcement operations. The Act also mandates annual training for personnel on topics including constitutional protections and the de-escalation of tensions. Finally, it establishes new reporting requirements for the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Scored +7

    Would immigrants be better off under this?

    The bill establishes strict de-escalation requirements, limits the use of certain non-deadly weapons, and mandates the use of body cameras to ensure accountability.

  • Scored +6

    Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?

    The bill requires regular reporting to Congress and the creation of a searchable database for use-of-force and misconduct incidents.

  • Scored +5

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The bill mandates annual training to reinforce the illegality of determining immigration enforcement targets primarily based on race.

The opposite

  • Scored -2

    Does this tighten control of the border?

    The bill imposes stricter use-of-force standards and equipment restrictions on personnel conducting enforcement operations.