H.R. 4337 prohibits executive branch personnel—including officers, agents, contractors, and employees—from using physical force against, detaining, or physically interfering with Members of Congress who are conducting official oversight activities on federal property. The bill protects lawmakers investigating federal programs, policies, and operations as long as they present valid congressional identification and do not pose a clear and imminent physical threat. The legislation applies to all federally controlled properties, including detention centers and field-control sites, but explicitly preserves the right of security personnel to conduct lawful security screenings and take action against genuine physical threats. No specific funding or timeline is mandated in the bill, which was introduced in July 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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