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Enhanced Powers for Tribal Police: Safety in Indian Communities

This act aims to strengthen safety in Indian communities by granting tribal law enforcement officers the same powers as federal officers. This means they will be able to more effectively enforce federal law within their territories, potentially improving public safety and order. The act also introduces oversight of Department of Justice activities in these communities.
Key points
Tribal officers will gain authority to enforce federal law, provided they complete comparable training and meet standards.
They will be treated as federal law enforcement officers for purposes of legal protection, retirement, and injury compensation.
The Department of Justice will coordinate and oversee public safety efforts in Indian communities, including training and data collection.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4712
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2025-07-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4712.

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 2025-07-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tribal officers will gain authority to enforce federal law, provided they complete comparable training and meet standards.
  • They will be treated as federal law enforcement officers for purposes of legal protection, retirement, and injury compensation.
  • The Department of Justice will coordinate and oversee public safety efforts in Indian communities, including training and data collection.
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. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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