H.R.3652 - National Police Misuse of Force Investigation Board Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3652, the National Police Misuse of Force Investigation Board Act of 2025, aims to establish an independent federal entity to investigate incidents of police misconduct. The board would investigate deaths in custody, officer-involved shootings, and uses of force resulting in severe bodily injury. The bill outlines the board's structure, powers, and duties, including reporting requirements and recommendations for policy changes.
Expected Effects
The bill's enactment would create a new layer of federal oversight for local and state law enforcement. This could lead to increased accountability for police misconduct and potentially reduce instances of excessive force. The creation of the board may also influence policy changes at the local, state, and federal levels regarding law enforcement practices.
Potential Benefits
- Increased accountability for law enforcement officers involved in incidents of misuse of force.
- Improved data collection and analysis of police misconduct incidents.
- Potential for policy recommendations that could reduce instances of excessive force.
- Enhanced transparency in investigations of police misconduct.
- Support services for civilians and families affected by police misconduct.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased bureaucracy and administrative costs.
- Possible conflicts with state and local law enforcement agencies.
- Risk of federal overreach into local policing matters.
- Concerns about the board's independence and potential for political influence.
- Potential for increased litigation against law enforcement agencies.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill's constitutionality rests on Congress's power to regulate interstate commerce and enforce civil rights under the Fourteenth Amendment. The creation of a federal board to investigate police misconduct could be seen as an exercise of federal power that potentially infringes on states' rights to manage their own law enforcement agencies, raising federalism concerns. The Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states, and the degree to which this bill encroaches on those powers would be a key consideration.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).