The Senate Committee on the Judiciary provides oversight of the Department of Justice and the agencies under the Department's jurisdiction, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Homeland Security. It also plays an important role in the consideration of nominations and pending legislation. Any legislation related to civil liberty, constitutional amendments, immigration and naturalization, and a variety of other topics is referred to the Committee.
Charles Ernest Grassley
Republican • IA
Provide a civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by an officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Referred To · January 29, 2026
Amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to include certain reporting to the uniform crime reporting program.
Referred To · January 29, 2026
Amend chapter 93 of title 18, United States Code, to prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference.
Referred To · January 29, 2026
Require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information related to allegations of misconduct of law enforcement officers to the Attorney General, and for other purposes.
Referred To · January 29, 2026
Designating January 23, 2026, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day".
Referred To · January 28, 2026
Designating the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week".
Referred To · January 27, 2026
Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
Referred To · January 27, 2026
Amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit taking minors across State lines in circumvention of laws requiring the involvement of parents in abortion decisions.
Referred To · January 15, 2026
