Eric Garner Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act of 2019
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Sep 19, 2019)
Eric Garner Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act of 2019
This bill modifies the criminal civil rights statute that prohibits the deprivation of rights under color of law.
Currently, the second prong of the prohibition bars the application of different punishments, pains, or penalties based on an individual's alien status, color, or race. This bill specifies that the application of any pressure to a person's throat or windpipe which may prevent or hinder breathing or reduce intake of air (e.g., a chokehold) constitutes a punishment, pain, or penalty.
What just happenedOct 28, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseSep 19, 2019
- Oct 28, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee - Sep 19, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Sep 19, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Sep 19, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House