A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 26

Bill 118 SJRes 26 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of the action taken by the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022. The resolution is being considered by the US Congress.

The Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 is a piece of legislation passed by the District of Columbia Council that seeks to make significant changes to the policing and justice system in the District. The Act includes provisions such as limiting the use of force by law enforcement officers, implementing new training requirements for officers, and establishing a civilian oversight board to review complaints against police officers.

The resolution, if passed by Congress, would effectively nullify the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022, preventing it from being implemented in the District of Columbia. Supporters of the resolution argue that the Act goes too far in restricting law enforcement and could have negative consequences for public safety. Opponents of the resolution believe that the Act is necessary to address issues of police brutality and systemic racism in the District. The resolution is currently being debated in Congress, with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle expressing strong opinions on the issue. It remains to be seen whether the resolution will ultimately be passed and what impact it will have on policing and justice reform efforts in the District of Columbia.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 26

This joint resolution nullifies the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the Council of the District of Columbia. The act sets forth a variety of measures that focus on policing, including measures prohibiting the use of certain neck restraints by law enforcement officers, requiring additional procedures related to body-worn cameras, and expanding access to police disciplinary records.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 26

Bill SJRES 26 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2023. Bill SJRES 26 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 11, 2023.  Bill SJRES 26's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of May 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 26

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 26

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightDistrict of ColumbiaLaw enforcement administration and fundingState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 26

A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.
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