Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR395

Introduced
5/7/25  

Caption

Establishing a "Bill of Rights" to support United States law enforcement personnel nationwide in their work to protect our communities.

Impact

Should it be adopted, HR395 could lead to the enactment of similar 'Bill of Rights' frameworks in various states, which could enhance the protections law enforcement officers receive during investigations. This aligns with a broader movement to uphold the rights of officers who are accused of misconduct, ensuring they have legal recourse and protection from harassment. However, this focus on officer rights could also spark debates about accountability, particularly concerning how investigations into police misconduct are handled.

Summary

HR395 aims to establish a 'Bill of Rights' for law enforcement personnel across the United States. The resolution acknowledges the vital role that law enforcement officers play in protecting communities and calls for the reinforcement of their rights during investigations and interactions with civilians. Specifically, it seeks to ensure protections against misconduct allegations and promote fair treatment amid public scrutiny. The bill emphasizes the necessity of maintaining public order and supports dialogue between law enforcement and communities to build mutual trust.

Contention

The proposal may face contention from groups advocating for police reform, particularly those who argue that such measures could impede accountability processes necessary for addressing police misconduct. Critics may view the bill as potentially discouraging thorough investigations into officer behavior, which could undermine community trust in law enforcement. Additionally, the terminology associated with the bill, particularly phrases that condemn calls to defund police, could polarize discussions surrounding police funding and structural changes within law enforcement agencies.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR285

Establishing a "Bill of Rights" to support United States law enforcement personnel nationwide in their work to protect our communities.

US HB10493

To support the national defense and economic security of the United States by supporting vessels, ports, and shipyards of the United States and the U.S. maritime workforce.

US HR1135

Supporting the goals and ideals of the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, a call to action to communities across the country to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.

US HR1536

Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nonviolence Week" to raise awareness of youth violence in the United States.

US HR1625

Supporting the recognition of "World Basketball Day", celebrated globally on December 21 each year, and honoring the contributions of basketball to global unity, international sports diplomacy, and the transformative impact of the sport on communities across the world.

US HR324

Expressing support for the staff of this Nation's public, school, academic, and special libraries and the essential services they provide to our communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social services and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

US HR749

Supporting 30 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and the independent Czech Republic and Slovak Republic, highlighting their assistance to Ukraine, and supporting continued democratic resiliency.

US HR115

Establishing a Women's Bill of Rights to reaffirm legal protections afforded to women under Federal law.

US HR1372

Expressing support for the designation of July 20, 2024, as "National Heroes Day" to honor the sacrifices of everyday heroes who save lives and improve their communities.

US HR1129

Supporting May 3 as "National Space Day" in recognition of the significant positive impact the aerospace community has and will continue to have on the United States of America.

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