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Strengthening Civil Rights Protection within Department of Homeland Security

This act aims to strengthen the role and resources of the Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties within the Department of Homeland Security. This means citizens can expect better protection of their rights and freedoms when interacting with this department, enhancing their security and ensuring their complaints are handled more effectively.
Key points
The Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties will receive permanent staff and resources, increasing its effectiveness.
Strengthening this office aims to better protect citizens' rights in the operations of the Department of Homeland Security.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2901
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2]
Process start date: 2025-04-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Department of Homeland Security Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2901.

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 2025-04-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties will receive permanent staff and resources, increasing its effectiveness.
  • Strengthening this office aims to better protect citizens' rights in the operations of the Department of Homeland Security.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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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