119-hr-8451In Committee

Prevent the Misuse of Federal Law Enforcement Act

Sponsored by Lieu, Ted (Democrat-CA-36) · House · Introduced Apr 22, 2026

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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)

This bill would require certain federal law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from local jurisdictions before conducting law enforcement operations within their territory. The measure aims to increase local control over federal law enforcement activities in their communities.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Legislative Status Timeline

Introduced

Apr 22, 2026

In Committee

Apr 22, 2026

Passed House

Pending

Passed Senate

Pending

Presidential Action

Pending

Sponsor

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Lieu, Ted

Independent · CA-36

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