FBI Washington Field Office House Arrest Act

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 236

Bill 118 H.Res. 236, also known as the FBI Washington Field Office House Arrest Act, was introduced in the US Congress to address concerns regarding the use of house arrest for individuals under investigation by the FBI in the Washington Field Office jurisdiction. The bill aims to establish guidelines and procedures for the use of house arrest as a form of pretrial detention for individuals suspected of committing federal crimes.

The bill requires the FBI Washington Field Office to develop and implement a house arrest program that includes criteria for determining eligibility, monitoring requirements, and procedures for revoking house arrest privileges. It also mandates regular reporting to Congress on the use of house arrest within the jurisdiction.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the protection of victims and witnesses, ensuring that their safety and well-being are considered when determining whether to grant house arrest to a suspect. It also requires the FBI to provide training to agents and officers involved in the house arrest program to ensure proper implementation and compliance with the established guidelines. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 236 seeks to improve transparency and accountability in the use of house arrest by the FBI Washington Field Office, while also prioritizing the safety and rights of victims and witnesses involved in federal investigations.

Congressional Summary of HRES 236

FBI Washington Field Office House Arrest Act

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that no money should be appropriated for the General Services Administration or the Federal Bureau of Investigation to either plan to, or acquire property for, a new, consolidated headquarters outside the District of Columbia.

Current Status of Bill HRES 236

Bill HRES 236 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 21, 2023. Bill HRES 236 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 21, 2023.  Bill HRES 236's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of March 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 236

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 236

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 236

FBI Washington Field Office House Arrest ActFBI Washington Field Office House Arrest ActExpressing the sense of Congress that the proposed purchase of a new, suburban headquarters for the Federal Bureau of Investigation outside of the District of Columbia, should be quashed.
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