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Government Liability for Law Enforcement Constitutional Violations

This bill aims to make it easier for citizens to seek monetary damages from federal, state, and local governments for constitutional violations committed by law enforcement officers. This means citizens may have a greater chance of receiving compensation if their rights are violated by police or other law enforcement agencies, regardless of whether the officers acted according to institutional policy.
Key points
Federal, state, and local governments will be financially liable for constitutional violations by law enforcement officers.
Citizens will not need to prove the violation resulted from an official policy or custom to seek damages.
The act intends to incentivize law enforcement agencies to better train and supervise their officers to prevent rights violations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6327
Sponsor: Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1]
Process start date: 2021-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Constitutional Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6327.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal, state, and local governments will be financially liable for constitutional violations by law enforcement officers.
  • Citizens will not need to prove the violation resulted from an official policy or custom to seek damages.
  • The act intends to incentivize law enforcement agencies to better train and supervise their officers to prevent rights violations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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