Criminal Justice

passed · United States · Senate Jun 15, 2026

S 4394: Promoting Police Leadership Act

The Promoting Police Leadership Act directs the Attorney General to create and certify specialized training programs for police commanders, focusing on leadership, community trust, and data-driven policing. This initiative requires the training to be primarily in-person and include practical problem-solving exercises where officers develop and refine solutions for real-world challenges. The bill mandates that the Attorney General consult with local agencies and universities to design these curricula and publish a list of law enforcement units that successfully complete the courses. Additionally, the legislation requires periodic reports to Congress and a review by the Government Accountability Office to assess the program's effectiveness and implementation barriers. Importantly, the act does not override state or local authority to set their own certification standards for law enforcement officers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes police accountability and community trust through specialized leadership training, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 15, 2026

S 4309: Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2026

This bill establishes a pilot program for law enforcement agencies to test and evaluate nonlethal drones designed to help de-escalate active shooter situations. The Federal Aviation Administration will lead this initiative by reviewing weapon options, developing safety and training protocols, and assessing how these drones can safely increase the distance between officers and shooters. The program requires that all tested drones be manufactured in the United States and mandates a final report to Congress outlining a future process for official approval of such operations. Additionally, the legislation reaffirms the existing ban on drones armed with lethal weapons while defining specific criteria for what constitutes a nonlethal device in this context.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill introduces nonlethal drone technology to de-escalate active shooter situations, enhancing officer safety and reducing lethal force use.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a pilot program to fund and test nonlethal drone technology for law enforcement, advancing the use of specific tech solutions.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Emerging Technology

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passed · United States · House May 13, 2026

HRES 1252: Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

This resolution expresses support for police officers and other law enforcement personnel. The resolution further recognizes law enforcement officers across the United States in the pursuit of preserving safe and secure communities; the need to ensure that such officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety while they are protecting the public; and the law enforcement community for acts of sacrifice and heroism. The resolution expresses condolences and appreciation to the loved ones of each law enforcement officer who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill honors and supports law enforcement, aligning with protecting those who preserve community safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8341: DEPORT Act of 2026

The DEPORT Act of 2026 proposes changes to U.S. immigration law regarding terrorism-related offenses. It would require all naturalization applicants to attest under oath that they have not committed, have charges pending for, or intend to commit specific terrorism-related crimes. The bill also establishes new procedures for denaturalizing U.S. citizens, allowing convictions or credible evidence of these offenses to be used as grounds for revoking citizenship, with certain presumptions of illegal procurement. Furthermore, it would make individuals convicted of such offenses inadmissible to the U.S., deportable if denaturalized, ineligible for most immigration benefits, and permanently barred from future admission. These provisions directly affect naturalization applicants, naturalized citizens, and aliens seeking admission or other immigration benefits.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens national security by tightening naturalization requirements and enabling denaturalization for terrorism-related offenses, enhancing criminal justice oversight.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration by adding terrorism-related offenses as grounds for denaturalization, limiting citizenship protections for immigrants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Detention Enforcement

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passed · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 668: A resolution designating April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".

This Senate resolution designates April 2026 as Second Chance Month to raise awareness about the challenges faced by individuals with criminal records as they reenter society. The bill highlights how legal and societal barriers, such as restrictions on employment, housing, and education, often prevent formerly incarcerated people from finding meaningful work and rebuilding their lives. By honoring the work of communities and organizations that support reentry, the resolution encourages employers and the public to consider extending second chances to those who have completed their sentences. The designation aims to promote understanding of these obstacles and foster opportunities for individuals to contribute positively to their families and communities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes reentry support and awareness of barriers faced by formerly incarcerated individuals, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill promotes employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals by raising awareness of barriers to work and encouraging employer support, directly advancing labor and employment access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HRES 1173: Expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".

This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "Second Chance Month" to raise awareness about barriers faced by people with criminal records. The bill does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight challenges in employment, housing, and education for formerly incarcerated individuals. It calls on communities, employers, and organizations to promote awareness of these obstacles and encourage efforts to help people reintegrate into society. The resolution honors the bipartisan First Step Act of 2018 and the Second Chance Act of 2007, which provide reentry services to incarcerated individuals.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals by raising awareness about barriers to employment, housing, and education, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill promotes employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals by raising awareness of employment barriers and encouraging employer support for reintegration.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 15, 2026

S 545: Combating Illicit Xylazine Act

The Combating Illicit Xylazine Act places xylazine - a veterinary sedative increasingly found in illicit drug mixtures - into Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, subjecting it to federal regulation as a controlled substance. It specifically allows veterinary use without requiring registration of the ultimate user (e.g., pet owners or veterinarians) if xylazine is dispensed by a registered veterinarian or pharmacy with a vet prescription and used for animals owned by the user, under their care, or in authorized animal programs. The bill provides a one-year delay for labeling and packaging requirements and a 60-day delay for registration and recordkeeping for veterinary use to ease implementation. Additionally, it adds xylazine to the Arcos tracking system for controlled substances and mandates two congressional reports on illicit use prevalence within 18 months and 4 years of enactment.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill regulates illicit drug xylazine to combat drug-related crimes, strengthening law enforcement and public safety through controlled substance regulation.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill regulates xylazine in illicit drugs to address public health threat, aligning with public health program protection under healthcare topic.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Prescription Drugs

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passed · United States · Senate Jun 10, 2025

SRES 270: A resolution designating June 6, 2025, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

This resolution designates June 6, 2025, as National Naloxone Awareness Day to raise public awareness about naloxone, a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses. It urges federal, state, local governments, and organizations to improve access to naloxone and educate communities on its use, without creating new laws or funding. The resolution focuses on recognition and education, not policy changes or mandates.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeNaloxone access reduces overdose deaths, indirectly supporting public health and reducing burden on criminal justice system by preventing drug-related fatalities.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDesignates National Naloxone Awareness Day to improve access to opioid overdose reversal medication through education, aligning with healthcare support via public health awareness without new mandates.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 17, 2025

S 3522: No Red Tape For Addiction Treatment Act

This bill requires states to cover medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder under Medicaid without prior authorization or dosage limits for at least one formulation of each approved drug. It directly affects Medicaid patients with opioid use disorder and their healthcare providers, removing administrative barriers that previously required extra approvals or restricted dosing. The bill amends Medicaid law to mandate this coverage, while also requiring a federal report analyzing how current state policies (like dosing limits or counseling requirements) impact access to MAT. The changes apply starting one year after enactment, with states needing time to adjust if new state laws are required.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes addiction treatment access through Medicaid, reducing barriers to rehabilitation that can help prevent recidivism and support criminal justice reform.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid coverage of MAT without prior auth/dosage limits, expanding access to addiction treatment services per bill's core requirement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Medicaid Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House Feb 2, 2026

HR 4242: Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act

This bill exempts certain less-than-lethal projectile devices from federal sales taxes and National Firearms Act restrictions. It directly affects manufacturers, importers, and producers of these devices, which are defined as non-lethal tools (like rubber bullets or beanbag rounds) designed not to cause serious injury and unable to be easily converted to use standard firearm ammunition. Key mechanisms include a 90-day classification process for manufacturers seeking exemption, an annual public list of approved devices, and annual congressional reports on devices excluded from the exemption. The policy change applies to devices meeting specific safety criteria, such as projectile velocity limits and design features preventing misuse as conventional weapons.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes less-lethal alternatives to reduce serious injury in law enforcement, aligning with criminal justice reform and public safety improvements.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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