What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 1591.
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.
Status:
Expired
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