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Increased Transparency for Forfeited Funds Spending by Law Enforcement

This new bill requires state and local law enforcement agencies to regularly report to Congress on how they spend money and property seized in criminal cases. This will give citizens better insight into how these funds are used, increasing accountability and transparency in law enforcement operations.
Key points
Law enforcement agencies will be required to report every six months on the use of forfeited funds and property.
Reports will detail each receipt of property or funds and the activity to which they were directed.
The goal is to enhance transparency and oversight of expenditures from forfeiture funds.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2595
Sponsor: Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-04-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2595.

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 2023-04-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Law enforcement agencies will be required to report every six months on the use of forfeited funds and property.
  • Reports will detail each receipt of property or funds and the activity to which they were directed.
  • The goal is to enhance transparency and oversight of expenditures from forfeiture funds.
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. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 7.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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.

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