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Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

USA119th CongressHR-4712| House 
| Updated: 7/23/2025
Dan Newhouse

Dan Newhouse

Republican Representative

Washington

Cosponsors (21)
Ryan K. Zinke (Republican)Tom Cole (Republican)Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Democratic)Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Michael Baumgartner (Republican)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Suzan K. DelBene (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Tim Walberg (Republican)Jeff Hurd (Republican)David P. Joyce (Republican)Jake Ellzey (Republican)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Mike Quigley (Democratic)Michael K. Simpson (Republican)Rick Larsen (Democratic)Emily Randall (Democratic)Teresa Leger Fernandez (Democratic)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)

Judiciary Committee, Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation amends the Indian Law Enforcement Reform Act to grant Federal law enforcement authority to qualified Tribal officers. These officers, who perform Federal functions under self-determination contracts, must complete comparable training, pass background investigations, and receive certification from the Office of Justice Services of the Bureau, while their tribes adopt equivalent policies. Once certified, these Tribal officers will be deemed Federal law enforcement officers for key purposes, including protections against assault, eligibility for Federal retirement benefits, and coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act. The Secretary is directed to establish credentialing procedures and issue guidance within two years, ensuring voluntary participation and allowing for the purchase of service credit for prior years. Additionally, the bill mandates the Attorney General to enhance oversight, coordination, and accountability for all Department of Justice activities concerning public safety in Indian communities. This includes improving training, updating United States Attorney operational plans, and comprehensively evaluating data to ensure a more effective and coordinated approach.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-8387
Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4524
Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act
Jul 23, 2025
Introduced in House
Jul 23, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, 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.
Jul 24, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2452
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-8387
    Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4524
    Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act


  • July 23, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • July 23, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, 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.


  • July 24, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2452
    Introduced in Senate

Native Americans

Related Bills

  • S 119-2452: Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

USA119th CongressHR-4712| House 
| Updated: 7/23/2025
This legislation amends the Indian Law Enforcement Reform Act to grant Federal law enforcement authority to qualified Tribal officers. These officers, who perform Federal functions under self-determination contracts, must complete comparable training, pass background investigations, and receive certification from the Office of Justice Services of the Bureau, while their tribes adopt equivalent policies. Once certified, these Tribal officers will be deemed Federal law enforcement officers for key purposes, including protections against assault, eligibility for Federal retirement benefits, and coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act. The Secretary is directed to establish credentialing procedures and issue guidance within two years, ensuring voluntary participation and allowing for the purchase of service credit for prior years. Additionally, the bill mandates the Attorney General to enhance oversight, coordination, and accountability for all Department of Justice activities concerning public safety in Indian communities. This includes improving training, updating United States Attorney operational plans, and comprehensively evaluating data to ensure a more effective and coordinated approach.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-8387
Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4524
Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act
Jul 23, 2025
Introduced in House
Jul 23, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, 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.
Jul 24, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2452
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-8387
    Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4524
    Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act


  • July 23, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • July 23, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, 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.


  • July 24, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2452
    Introduced in Senate
Dan Newhouse

Dan Newhouse

Republican Representative

Washington

Cosponsors (21)
Ryan K. Zinke (Republican)Tom Cole (Republican)Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Democratic)Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Michael Baumgartner (Republican)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Suzan K. DelBene (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Tim Walberg (Republican)Jeff Hurd (Republican)David P. Joyce (Republican)Jake Ellzey (Republican)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Mike Quigley (Democratic)Michael K. Simpson (Republican)Rick Larsen (Democratic)Emily Randall (Democratic)Teresa Leger Fernandez (Democratic)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)

Judiciary Committee, Natural Resources Committee

Native Americans

Related Bills

  • S 119-2452: Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted