Mandating De-escalation and Oversight for DHS Law Enforcement Use of Force.
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to implement a mandatory, department-wide policy emphasizing de-escalation and the use of only objectively reasonable force by its officers. Citizens benefit from increased transparency, as DHS must regularly publish detailed reports on all use of force incidents resulting in injury or death. Crucially, the legislation explicitly bans the use of chokeholds and carotid restraints by DHS agents, enhancing public safety.
Key points
Prohibition of chokeholds and carotid restraints by DHS law enforcement officers.
Requirement for officers to prioritize de-escalation and use only objectively reasonable force under the circumstances.
Mandate for DHS to publish detailed reports every six months on all use of force incidents resulting in injury or death.
Implementation of mandatory initial and recurrent training for DHS officers focused on de-escalation tactics.
Status:
Introduced
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