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Department of Homeland Security Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Act

4/30/2025, 3:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2901

The Department of Homeland Security Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Act, introduced in the 119th Congress, aims to establish an officer within the Department of Homeland Security focused on civil rights and civil liberties. This bill, designated as H.R. 2901 and introduced on April 10, 2025, intends to enhance oversight and protection of these rights within the department. Specific directives or actions proposed within the bill are not detailed in the provided context.

Current Status of Bill HR 2901

Bill HR 2901 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2025. Bill HR 2901 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2025.  Bill HR 2901's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. as of April 10, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2901

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2901

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2901

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make certain improvements with respect to the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make certain improvements with respect to the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

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