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Congress·In Committee·S. 3187

Senate Committee Reviews Bivens Act to Let Americans Sue Federal Officials for Rights Violations

A bill to provide a civil remedy for an individual whose rights have been violated by a person acting under Federal authority, and for other purposes.

Also known as: Bivens Act of 2025

4 months ago·View on Congress.gov
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Stalled

No legislative action in over 90 days.

Legislative Progress

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Key Points

  • Would let people sue individuals acting under federal authority if they violate someone’s rights.
  • Does this by expanding an existing civil rights lawsuit law that currently focuses on state and local officials.
  • Could make it easier to seek money damages in court for things like unlawful searches, excessive force, or other rights violations by federal actors.
  • Would likely increase legal risk and accountability for federal officers and employees, and could lead to more lawsuits involving federal conduct.
Civil RightsCriminal JusticeConsumer Protection

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

How this policy affects specific groups of people

Negative Impacts(1)
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Hurts

Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Nov 18, 2025Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Nov 18, 2025

Introduced in Senate

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

A bill to provide a civil remedy for an individual whose rights have been violated by a person acting under Federal authority, and for other purposes.

Bill NumberS 3187
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(6)
D: 6

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