A Democratic bill with no 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
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "COOL IT Act," directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a scenario-based training curriculum for immigration officers. This training must be completed annually and includes a certification process. The curriculum is designed to cover topics such as officer safety, de-escalation, and use of force. The Secretary must also consult with law enforcement associations, community organizations, and security agencies during development. Additionally, the Secretary is required to submit a report to Congress regarding the benefits and barriers of this training. Finally, the bill amends existing law to require at least 67 days of training before performing immigration enforcement duties.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +5
Does this change how police departments operate?
The bill mandates scenario-based training in de-escalation, use of force, and crisis intervention for immigration officers.
- Scored +3
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The bill aims to improve community-police relations through de-escalation and crisis intervention training.
- Scored +3
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?
The bill's focus on de-escalation and improved community relations may reduce negative interactions during immigration enforcement.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Community Relations: The curriculum specifically includes addressing the improvement of community-police relations (Section 2, subsection b, 1, A).
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Enhanced Safety and Decision Making: The training addresses officer safety, situational awareness, critical decision making, and problem solving (Section 2, subsection b, 1, B, D, and F).
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Better Crisis and Stress Management: The training covers physical and emotional responses to stress, as well as crisis intervention (Section 2, subsection b, 1, E and I).
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Reduction in Conflict: The curriculum includes training on de-escalation and the use of force and deadly force (Section 2, subsection b, 1, G and H).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
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.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this change how police departments operate? — The bill mandates scenario-based training in de-escalation, use of force, and crisis intervention for immigration officers. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill aims to improve community-police relations through de-escalation and crisis intervention training. Does this tighten control of the border? — The bill enhances the professionalism and training standards of personnel performing immigration enforcement duties.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill's focus on de-escalation and improved community relations may reduce negative interactions during immigration enforcement. Would immigrants be better off under this? — Mandating training in de-escalation and crisis intervention may improve the safety and treatment of immigrants during enforcement.
- 4/30/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in House