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TRUST Act

USA119th CongressHR-9068| House 
| Updated: 7/7/2026
Joe Neguse

Joe Neguse

Democratic Representative

Colorado

Cosponsors (3)
Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Diana DeGette (Democratic)Jason Crow (Democratic)

Homeland Security Committee, Ways and Means Committee, Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee, Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The "Training, Responsibility, Uniforms, and Standards for Transparency Act," or TRUST Act, aims to significantly enhance the professionalism, integrity, and accountability of immigration enforcement officers. It mandates strengthened hiring and screening standards for all new officers, requiring applicants to meet specific age and education criteria, possess U.S. work authorization, and undergo comprehensive background investigations. These investigations include checks for criminal history, disciplinary records, and screening for domestic violence, sexual assault, or affiliations with terrorist, violent extremist, or hate-based organizations. Social media activity will also be reviewed for evidence of bias or discriminatory conduct, alongside psychological suitability assessments to ensure fitness for duty and sound judgment. The bill establishes detailed uniform and identification regulations for Department of Homeland Security law enforcement personnel, clarifying their role as Federal immigration authorities. Officers must maintain serviceable uniforms, wear them only for official duties, and are prohibited from consuming alcohol while in uniform. All personnel must carry and display official identification cards and serially numbered badges, with specific requirements for visible display of last name, agency, and face, subject to exceptions for undercover operations or tactical situations. A key provision mandates the use of body-worn cameras for all immigration enforcement officers interacting with the public, requiring activation during enforcement actions and public interactions. The bill outlines consequences for failure to activate or tampering with footage, including disciplinary action and potential suspension or revocation of certification. Officers are also prohibited from reviewing footage before completing initial reports for use of force or misconduct complaints. Finally, the TRUST Act requires officers to complete specialized training beyond basic requirements before conducting enforcement operations. This training covers critical areas such as identity verification to prevent wrongful detention, de-escalation techniques, language access, recognizing medical and mental health conditions, and comprehensive instruction on constitutional protections, civil rights laws, and preventing discriminatory enforcement practices, including profiling.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4907
TRUST Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2332
TRUST Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-355
TRUST Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2575
TRUST Act of 2021
Feb 11, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-3830
Introduced in Senate
May 29, 2026
Introduced in House
May 29, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Ways and Means, 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 7, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4907
    TRUST Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2332
    TRUST Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-355
    TRUST Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2575
    TRUST Act of 2021


  • February 11, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-3830
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 29, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • May 29, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Ways and Means, 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 7, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.

Immigration

Related Bills

  • S 119-4596: TRUST Act

TRUST Act

USA119th CongressHR-9068| House 
| Updated: 7/7/2026
The "Training, Responsibility, Uniforms, and Standards for Transparency Act," or TRUST Act, aims to significantly enhance the professionalism, integrity, and accountability of immigration enforcement officers. It mandates strengthened hiring and screening standards for all new officers, requiring applicants to meet specific age and education criteria, possess U.S. work authorization, and undergo comprehensive background investigations. These investigations include checks for criminal history, disciplinary records, and screening for domestic violence, sexual assault, or affiliations with terrorist, violent extremist, or hate-based organizations. Social media activity will also be reviewed for evidence of bias or discriminatory conduct, alongside psychological suitability assessments to ensure fitness for duty and sound judgment. The bill establishes detailed uniform and identification regulations for Department of Homeland Security law enforcement personnel, clarifying their role as Federal immigration authorities. Officers must maintain serviceable uniforms, wear them only for official duties, and are prohibited from consuming alcohol while in uniform. All personnel must carry and display official identification cards and serially numbered badges, with specific requirements for visible display of last name, agency, and face, subject to exceptions for undercover operations or tactical situations. A key provision mandates the use of body-worn cameras for all immigration enforcement officers interacting with the public, requiring activation during enforcement actions and public interactions. The bill outlines consequences for failure to activate or tampering with footage, including disciplinary action and potential suspension or revocation of certification. Officers are also prohibited from reviewing footage before completing initial reports for use of force or misconduct complaints. Finally, the TRUST Act requires officers to complete specialized training beyond basic requirements before conducting enforcement operations. This training covers critical areas such as identity verification to prevent wrongful detention, de-escalation techniques, language access, recognizing medical and mental health conditions, and comprehensive instruction on constitutional protections, civil rights laws, and preventing discriminatory enforcement practices, including profiling.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4907
TRUST Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2332
TRUST Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-355
TRUST Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2575
TRUST Act of 2021
Feb 11, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-3830
Introduced in Senate
May 29, 2026
Introduced in House
May 29, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Ways and Means, 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 7, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4907
    TRUST Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2332
    TRUST Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-355
    TRUST Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2575
    TRUST Act of 2021


  • February 11, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-3830
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 29, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • May 29, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Ways and Means, 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 7, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Joe Neguse

Joe Neguse

Democratic Representative

Colorado

Cosponsors (3)
Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Diana DeGette (Democratic)Jason Crow (Democratic)

Homeland Security Committee, Ways and Means Committee, Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee, Judiciary Committee

Immigration

Related Bills

  • S 119-4596: TRUST Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted