House
Jun 8, 2020Law Enforcement Oversight and Reform Act of 2020
Summary
Official
Law Enforcement Oversight and Reform Act of 2020 This bill prohibits the reckless use of excessive force (e.g., the use of choke holds) under the color of law by law enforcement officers. The bill also prohibits states and local governments from receiving funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program if the state or locality does not have a similar law prohibiting the use of excessive force.
Bill Progress
Bill has been introduced and assigned a number
Introduced(6/8/20)
Committee
Passed
House
Passed
Senate
President
Law
Sponsor
NV
Ms. Velázquez
House (D) New York – 7
Cosponsors (3)
Topics
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 8, 2020