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Federal Police Camera and Accountability Act

9/22/2025, 2:52 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5070

The bill titled "To require Federal law enforcement officers to wear body cameras, and for other purposes," designated as H.R. 5070 in the 119th Congress and introduced on August 29, 2025, proposes the mandatory usage of body cameras by Federal law enforcement officers. The bill likely includes provisions outlining regulations, funding, and enforcement mechanisms related to the use of body cameras to enhance transparency and accountability in law enforcement activities at the federal level.

Current Status of Bill HR 5070

Bill HR 5070 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 29, 2025. Bill HR 5070 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 29, 2025.  Bill HR 5070's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of August 29, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5070

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5070

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5070

To require Federal law enforcement officers to wear body cameras, and for other purposes.
To require Federal law enforcement officers to wear body cameras, and for other purposes.

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