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Protecting Against INTERPOL Abuse: New Rules for Citizen Security

This act aims to protect citizens from wrongful arrests and travel restrictions resulting from the misuse of the INTERPOL system by some countries. It introduces new rules requiring additional evidence before U.S. agencies act on INTERPOL communications, enhancing legal security for individuals in the U.S.
Key points
Arrests and Travel Restrictions: U.S. agencies cannot arrest or restrict travel solely based on INTERPOL communications; additional, independent evidence is now required.
Increased INTERPOL Transparency: The U.S. will push for greater transparency in INTERPOL's operations, including disclosing data on rejected requests and income sources, to prevent abuse.
Reporting Abuse: The U.S. government will regularly report to Congress on instances of INTERPOL system abuse by other countries, allowing for better monitoring and response.
Human Rights Protection: The act strengthens human rights protection by preventing the use of INTERPOL for politically motivated persecution of individuals located outside their home countries.
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Print number: 117_S_1591
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2021-05-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TRAP Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1591.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Arrests and Travel Restrictions: U.S. agencies cannot arrest or restrict travel solely based on INTERPOL communications; additional, independent evidence is now required.
  • Increased INTERPOL Transparency: The U.S. will push for greater transparency in INTERPOL's operations, including disclosing data on rejected requests and income sources, to prevent abuse.
  • Reporting Abuse: The U.S. government will regularly report to Congress on instances of INTERPOL system abuse by other countries, allowing for better monitoring and response.
  • Human Rights Protection: The act strengthens human rights protection by preventing the use of INTERPOL for politically motivated persecution of individuals located outside their home countries.
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 Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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