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.
This bill requires Department of Homeland Security law enforcement officers and agents to clearly identify themselves and their agency affiliation whenever they detain or arrest someone related to border security or immigration enforcement. Officers must display or wear visible official insignia and uniforms during such encounters, and are prohibited from wearing face coverings or other items that conceal their faces—though they may still wear tactical gear consistent with department policy. The Secretary of Homeland Security must submit a report to Congress within 30 days describing departmental policies on tactical gear use, and must provide updates if those policies change. Additionally, the bill directs the department to research and develop technology that maximizes the visibility of official uniforms and insignia under various conditions such as different locations, times of day, and weather. The legislation affects DHS personnel, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, who conduct immigration and border-related enforcement activities.
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