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Amends subsection (a) of 10 U.S.C. 723 by striking specified text.
Amends the table of sections at the beginning of title 10 by striking the item relating to section 723 and inserting a new item referencing chapter 41.
Amends 10 U.S.C. 274 as part of conforming amendments and inserts a new section (10 U.S.C. 274a) in chapter 15 establishing limitations and procedural rules for Department of Defense support to civilian law enforcement; additionally directs insertion of specified text after occurrences of section 274 as set out in the conforming amendments.
Adds a new section 990 to chapter 49 of title 10 prohibiting individuals serving in any capacity in the Department of Defense from simultaneously serving in civilian law enforcement outside the Department, with specified exceptions for reserve component members and recusal when ordered to active duty.
Limits when the Department of Defense can assist civilian law enforcement inside the United States to narrowly defined emergencies and only after the President sends Congress a written justification; such support is allowed for no more than 14 days unless Congress approves a longer period via a special expedited joint resolution. Bars active DoD personnel (uniformed members and DoD civilians) from simultaneously serving in civilian law‑enforcement roles while on duty, with a narrow reserve exception that requires recusal from civilian duties if called to active service. Creates a private right of action allowing people, States, and local governments to sue the Federal Government or officers for violations and seek equitable relief and damages.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced June 26, 2025 by Tammy Duckworth · Last progress June 26, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced in Senate