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Increased Congressional Oversight of National Guard Domestic Deployments

This new act requires the President to inform Congress about any domestic use of the National Guard, except for natural disasters. Citizens will gain greater transparency regarding why and how the National Guard is deployed in domestic situations, potentially impacting their sense of security and government accountability.
Key points
The President must report to Congress within 15 days on any domestic National Guard deployment, including legal basis, goals, and costs.
Reports will detail interactions between National Guard members and civilians, and assessments from local law enforcement agencies.
The act does not apply to National Guard deployments for natural disasters, meaning procedures for such events remain unchanged.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2803
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2025-09-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SUN Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2803.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President must report to Congress within 15 days on any domestic National Guard deployment, including legal basis, goals, and costs.
  • Reports will detail interactions between National Guard members and civilians, and assessments from local law enforcement agencies.
  • The act does not apply to National Guard deployments for natural disasters, meaning procedures for such events remain unchanged.
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 Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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