No Secret Police Act of 2025
Rep. Goldman Introduces No Secret Police Act to Require Visible IDs for Border and Immigration Officers
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DHS law enforcement officers, including ICE agents and Border Patrol, would face new operational requirements to visibly identify themselves and their agency during every detention or arrest. They would also be prohibited from wearing face coverings. While this increases accountability, some officers may view it as a safety concern, particularly in hostile or sensitive enforcement situations.
“may not wear a face covering or any other item that conceals the face of such officer or agent.”
Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
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No Secret Police Act of 2025
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