Contact Congress about H.R. 7290: Qualified Immunity Accountability Act

HR7290 would change the legal rules for cases where someone dies after an official violates their rights. The available text says it amends title 18, the federal criminal code, but does not show the full new test.

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Qualified Immunity Accountability Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1989).

Latest action on H.R. 7290: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1989)

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people involved in cases where someone dies after an alleged rights violation by an official. It could affect victims’ families, federal prosecutors, courts, and officials accused of abusing government power. The available text does not say exactly how the legal standard would change.

Why this matters: Deaths tied to official abuse of power can turn on the exact legal standard prosecutors must prove. This bill says it would change that standard in federal criminal law. The practical effect depends on the full bill text, which is not available in this summary packet.

Key provisions in H.R. 7290

• The bill is called the Qualified Immunity Accountability Act.
• HR7290 would amend title 18 of the United States Code. It would revise the legal standard for deaths caused by rights violations under color of law, meaning misuse of real or claimed official power.
• The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 30, 2026.
• Rep. Johnson of Texas introduced the bill. It was sent to the House Judiciary Committee, and its stated purpose is to revise the standard for deaths tied to rights violations under color of law.
• Congress would enact the bill if both chambers pass it and it becomes law. The available text starts with Section 1.

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Questions people ask about H.R. 7290

What is H.R. 7290?

HR7290 would change the legal rules for cases where someone dies after an official violates their rights. The available text says it amends title 18, the federal criminal code, but does not show the full new test.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 7290?

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