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New EPA Rules: Local Law Enforcement Notification Before Warrant Execution.

This proposed bill changes how Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) law enforcement officers operate. Under the new rules, EPA officers will be required to notify appropriate state and local law enforcement agencies before executing any search or arrest warrants. This aims to improve coordination and transparency in their operations.
Key points
EPA officers must now notify local and state law enforcement before executing warrants.
The change seeks to enhance inter-agency cooperation and prevent misunderstandings during operations.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5153
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2022-11-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to require certain notice requirements by law enforcement officers of the Environmental Protection Agency before executing and serving warrants.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5153.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-11-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • EPA officers must now notify local and state law enforcement before executing warrants.
  • The change seeks to enhance inter-agency cooperation and prevent misunderstandings during operations.
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. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Courts and Law Environment Security