H.R. 5143: District of Columbia Policing Protection Act
This bill, known as the District of Columbia Policing Protection Act, aims to establish new standards for how law enforcement officers in the District of Columbia can engage in vehicular pursuits of suspects. Here are the key components of the bill:
Changes to Vehicular Pursuits
The bill amends the existing regulations governing police pursuits of fleeing suspects. It specifically modifies previous limitations and allows police officers to engage in vehicular pursuits under certain conditions. The main changes are:
- The removal of specific limitations on when officers can initiate a pursuit.
- Officers are required to pursue a suspect in a vehicle unless:
- They believe pursuing the suspect could result in an unacceptable risk of harm to others.
- They think the pursuit would be futile.
- They determine that the suspect can be caught more effectively by other means.
Report on Technology Evaluation
The bill mandates the Attorney General to conduct an evaluation regarding the adoption of a technology called 'PursuitAlert' or any similar system. This technology would be designed to alert the public to the presence of a police pursuit in their vicinity. The evaluation will focus on:
- The costs and benefits of implementing such technology for the Metropolitan Police Department.
- Publishing a report based on this evaluation within three years of the bill's enactment.
The report will be submitted to various committees in both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Overall Goals
The overall intent of the bill is to allow greater flexibility for law enforcement during vehicle pursuits while also ensuring that public safety concerns are prioritized. By removing previous restrictions and introducing technology for public notifications, the bill aims to balance effective law enforcement with community safety.
Relevant Companies
- ACN: Accenture could be impacted if it becomes involved in providing or implementing PursuitAlert technology or similar systems for law enforcement agencies.
- SAP: SAP may have opportunities related to software development for law enforcement technology upgrades if this legislation encourages technology adoption among police departments.
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Sponsors
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Sep. 17, 2025 | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4395: 1) |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 707. (consideration: CR H4379-4386: 1) |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5143. |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 245 - 182 (Roll no. 275). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H4379: 1) |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 245 - 182 (Roll no. 275). |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 5143, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Garcia (CA) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced. |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015 and H.R. 3062. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015, and H.R. 3062 under a closed rule, and provides for a motion to recommit on each measure. |
| Sep. 17, 2025 | The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. |
| Sep. 15, 2025 | Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 707 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015 and H.R. 3062. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015, and H.R. 3062 under a closed rule, and provides for a motion to recommit on each measure. |
| Sep. 10, 2025 | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| Sep. 10, 2025 | Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 20. |
| Sep. 04, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Sep. 04, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. |
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