FOCUS Act
The FOCUS Act requires all federal law enforcement officers (including private contractors) engaged in immigration enforcement to wear body cameras during such activities. It mandates that footage be retained for one year (or three years if requested for evidence/exculpatory value in specific situations like use-of-force incidents or complaints). The bill establishes public access procedures for footage via standard government record requests and requires annual reports to Congress on compliance, including documented violations and disciplinary actions. It also sets strict accountability measures, including mandatory training, documentation of equipment failures, and potential termination for intentionally disabling cameras.
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Introduced Jan 27, 2026
Last action Jan 27, 2026
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Jan 27, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jan 27, 2026
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Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Party
State
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Cory A. Booker
DDemocratic
Co
Amy Klobuchar
DDemocratic
Co
Tina Smith
DDemocratic
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