The Cost of Police Misconduct Act of 2026 requires law enforcement agencies to report any allegations of officer misconduct. This helps ensure better oversight and accountability in policing.
If you are concerned about police accountability, this bill aims to make misconduct cases more transparent.
Who this affects
law enforcement officers · communities they serve
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill requires law enforcement agencies to report misconduct allegations to the Attorney General.
2Agencies must share information about judgments or settlements related to misconduct cases.
3The Attorney General will publish this information online for public access.
4Federal law enforcement agencies must collect and report data annually.
5The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in law enforcement.
