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Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 451

Expressing condemnation for police brutality wherever in the world it occurs.

Global Police Brutality: House Resolution to Condemn Violence

This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to the House Judiciary and Foreign Affairs committees for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.

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Very unlikely to pass

This is a non-binding resolution that expresses an opinion rather than making a law. It faces strong opposition because it calls for major changes to police funding and foreign policy.

Key Points

  • This resolution says the House of Representatives officially condemns police violence in every country. It supports people who protest peacefully and calls for police to be held accountable when they use too much force.
  • The plan asks the U.S. government to stop selling weapons and gear like tear gas to countries that have a history of human rights abuses. It also calls for an end to using military style equipment and tactics for regular policing.
  • It suggests that the government should spend less money on military gear for police and more on community needs. This includes funding for job training, mental health programs, and other ways to prevent violence.

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Milestones

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May 29, 2025House

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.

May 29, 2025

Submitted in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing condemnation for police brutality wherever in the world it occurs.

Bill NumberHRES 451
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.

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