Preventing Authoritarian Policing Tactics on America’s Streets Act
Summary
The "Preventing Authoritarian Policing Tactics on America’s Streets Act" aims to limit the use of federal law enforcement officers for crowd control. It mandates clear identification for officers engaged in crowd control and restricts their authority to federal property unless a state and local government jointly request assistance or the Insurrection Act is invoked. The bill also requires public notice of federal law enforcement deployments for crowd control.
Expected Effects
This act would likely change the way federal law enforcement agencies respond to protests and public disturbances. It would increase transparency and accountability by requiring identification and limiting the scope of their operations. The act could also lead to fewer arrests during protests due to the restrictions placed on federal officers.
Potential Benefits
- Increased transparency and accountability of federal law enforcement officers.
- Protection of civil liberties and the right to protest.
- Reduced potential for excessive force and unlawful arrests.
- Clearer guidelines for federal law enforcement involvement in local protests.
- Enhanced public trust through mandatory public notices of deployments.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential limitations on federal law enforcement's ability to respond to large-scale riots or insurrections.
- Possible delays in response times due to the requirement for state and local requests.
- Increased risk to federal officers if they are unable to use unmarked vehicles in certain situations.
- Potential for confusion regarding the definition of "immediate vicinity" of federal property.
- Possible challenges in enforcing the identification requirements.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the First Amendment, which protects the rights to freedom of speech and assembly. By limiting federal intervention in protests, it supports these rights. The Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states, and this bill respects that principle by requiring state consent for federal involvement in local crowd control. However, the Insurrection Act exception acknowledges the federal government's constitutional duty to ensure domestic tranquility.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).