Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-29T18:20:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2595 Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/29/2024, 6:20 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2595

Bill 118 hr 2595, also known as the Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the use of forfeiture funds by law enforcement agencies. Forfeiture funds are assets seized by law enforcement during criminal investigations, often used to fund law enforcement activities.

The bill requires law enforcement agencies to report detailed information on how forfeiture funds are spent, including the amount of funds received, the sources of the funds, and how the funds were used. This information must be made publicly available on the agency's website.

Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of forfeiture funds for certain expenses, such as salaries, bonuses, or other compensation for law enforcement personnel. It also requires agencies to submit annual reports to Congress detailing their use of forfeiture funds. Overall, the Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act aims to ensure that forfeiture funds are used in a transparent and accountable manner, and that law enforcement agencies are held responsible for how they spend these funds.

Congressional Summary of HR 2595

Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act

This bill requires state and local law enforcement agencies that receive forfeited property or funds from the federal government through equitable sharing to report the details of each receipt of property or funds and the activity to which it was directed.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2595

Bill HR 2595 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2595 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2595's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 7. as of February 29, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2595

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2595

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation

- Drug trafficking and controlled substances

- Government information and archives

- Intergovernmental relations

- Law enforcement administration and funding

- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2595

Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act

To require State and local law enforcement agencies receiving forfeited funds and property to report how such funds and property are used, and for other purposes.

Forfeiture Funds Expenditure Transparency Act