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US SB3699
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires all federal law enforcement officers engaged in immigration enforcement to wear and operate body cameras while on duty, including private contractors performing enforcement functions
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Mandates 1-year retention of all footage, with extended 3-year retention for recordings involving use of force, arrests, or when requested by officers, subjects, or their representatives
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Requires body cameras to have automatic activation, audit trail logging, GPS location services, and LTE wireless upload capability
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Establishes disciplinary measures for non-compliance, including written reprimands, suspension, or termination for intentionally turning off cameras, with violations documented and reported to supervisors
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Requires annual reports to Congress on violations and disciplinary actions, with public posting within 30 days, and creates an independent advisory panel on body camera policies composed of civil rights, privacy, technology, and law enforcement experts
Legislative Description
FOCUS Act Federal Officers Camera Use for Safety Act
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
1/27/2026