DHS officers handling border or immigration arrests would have to clearly show who they work for and keep their faces visible. The bill also protects DHS use of tactical gear, requires reports to Congress, and orders research on making badges and uniforms easier to see.
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No Secret Police Act of 2025 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Latest action on H.R. 4176: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects DHS officers who do border security or immigration enforcement, especially Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers. It also affects people they stop, detain, or arrest, because those people would be told which agency is acting against them. Congress would also get regular reports on DHS tactical gear rules, and DHS staff would have to do new research on visible uniforms and insignia.
Why this matters: This bill matters because people stopped by DHS during border or immigration actions may have a clearer idea of who is detaining or arresting them. That could make complaints, investigations, and court challenges easier later. The bill also could change what officers wear during these encounters by limiting face coverings while still allowing tactical gear under DHS rules. Its reporting and research requirements could also push DHS to review and improve how officers are identified over time.
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Officially: No Secret Police Act of 2025
DHS officers handling border or immigration arrests would have to clearly show who they work for and keep their faces visible. The bill also protects DHS use of tactical gear, requires reports to Congress, and orders research on making badges and uniforms easier to see.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend H.R.4176. Modern Action shows what the bill would change, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Border Security and Enforcement
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. (6/27/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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