In House Committee·Last action 226 days ago

ICE Officers to Wear Body Cameras for Transparency

Officially: Trust Through Transparency Act of 2025

H.R. 5653 requires ICE officers to use body cameras during public actions. Affects officers and immigrant communities by boosting transparency and accountability.

Where it stands

Sitting in the Judiciary

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

Body camera requirements: ICE officers must wear and activate body cameras during public interactions.
Footage retention: Footage must be kept for at least three years if requested under specific conditions.
Annual reporting: DHS must report annually to Congress on enforcement actions and compliance.

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The debate

What people are saying about this bill

✓Arguments in support

Accountability and Transparency: Supporters argue that body cameras provide a clear record of ICE operations, making it harder for misconduct to go undetected.
Public Safety and Trust: Proponents believe that body cameras protect both the public and officers by creating objective records of interactions.
Preventing Abuse and Misconduct: The bill aims to prevent incidents of abuse by providing evidence and accountability through recorded footage.

✕Arguments against

Officer Safety Concerns: Some argue that revealing officer identities could put them at risk of retaliation.
Operational Flexibility: Opponents worry that mandatory body cameras might limit how ICE officers can conduct their operations.
Privacy and Surveillance Concerns: There are concerns about the privacy implications of recording and retaining video footage for extended periods.

Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (9/30/2025)

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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ICE Officers to Wear Body Cameras for Transparency

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