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Deadly Force Independent Review Act of 2026

This bill requires federal agencies to follow strict rules when investigating any use of deadly force by their officers. It ensures independent oversight to hold law enforcement accountable and improve transparency for the public.
Key points
Mandatory investigation protocols for every instance where a federal officer uses deadly force.
Independent reviews by Inspectors General to verify that investigations are thorough and supported by evidence.
Requirement to share collected evidence with appropriate state and local authorities.
Detailed quarterly reports to Congress including demographic data of those involved.
Strict privacy protections for the names and identifying information of officers and targets.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7310
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2026-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Deadly Force Independent Review Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7310.

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 2026-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory investigation protocols for every instance where a federal officer uses deadly force.
  • Independent reviews by Inspectors General to verify that investigations are thorough and supported by evidence.
  • Requirement to share collected evidence with appropriate state and local authorities.
  • Detailed quarterly reports to Congress including demographic data of those involved.
  • Strict privacy protections for the names and identifying information of officers and targets.
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. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-19.

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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