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Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

USA119th CongressS-2452| Senate 
| Updated: 7/24/2025
Maria Cantwell

Maria Cantwell

Democratic Senator

Washington

Cosponsors (7)
Markwayne Mullin (Republican)Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Thomas Tillis (Republican)Ben Ray Luján (Democratic)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)

Indian Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act aims to significantly improve public safety services within Indian communities by amending the Indian Law Enforcement Reform Act. It authorizes Tribal law enforcement officers (TLEOs) who operate under self-determination contracts or compacts to enforce Federal law within their tribal jurisdiction. This authority is contingent upon TLEOs completing comparable training, passing background investigations, and receiving certification from the Office of Justice Services, alongside their tribe adopting equivalent policies. Crucially, the bill stipulates that these certified Tribal officers will be deemed Federal law enforcement officers for several important purposes. This includes protection under Federal statutes against assault and murder, eligibility for Federal retirement systems, coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act, and access to Federal workers' compensation benefits. The Secretary is mandated to develop credentialing procedures and issue guidance within two years, ensuring voluntary participation in these benefits and allowing for the purchase of service credit. Furthermore, the legislation enhances oversight and coordination of public safety efforts in Indian Country. It directs the Attorney General, through the Deputy Attorney General, to coordinate and oversee all Department of Justice activities related to public safety in Indian communities. This includes ensuring timely reports to Congress, providing robust training, updating United States Attorney operational plans, and comprehensively evaluating data to improve public safety outcomes.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-2695
Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act
Jul 23, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-4712
Introduced in House
Jul 24, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 24, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-2695
    Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act


  • July 23, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-4712
    Introduced in House


  • July 24, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 24, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.

Native Americans

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4712: Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act

USA119th CongressS-2452| Senate 
| Updated: 7/24/2025
The Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act aims to significantly improve public safety services within Indian communities by amending the Indian Law Enforcement Reform Act. It authorizes Tribal law enforcement officers (TLEOs) who operate under self-determination contracts or compacts to enforce Federal law within their tribal jurisdiction. This authority is contingent upon TLEOs completing comparable training, passing background investigations, and receiving certification from the Office of Justice Services, alongside their tribe adopting equivalent policies. Crucially, the bill stipulates that these certified Tribal officers will be deemed Federal law enforcement officers for several important purposes. This includes protection under Federal statutes against assault and murder, eligibility for Federal retirement systems, coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act, and access to Federal workers' compensation benefits. The Secretary is mandated to develop credentialing procedures and issue guidance within two years, ensuring voluntary participation in these benefits and allowing for the purchase of service credit. Furthermore, the legislation enhances oversight and coordination of public safety efforts in Indian Country. It directs the Attorney General, through the Deputy Attorney General, to coordinate and oversee all Department of Justice activities related to public safety in Indian communities. This includes ensuring timely reports to Congress, providing robust training, updating United States Attorney operational plans, and comprehensively evaluating data to improve public safety outcomes.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-2695
Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act
Jul 23, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-4712
Introduced in House
Jul 24, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 24, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-2695
    Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act


  • July 23, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-4712
    Introduced in House


  • July 24, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 24, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Maria Cantwell

Maria Cantwell

Democratic Senator

Washington

Cosponsors (7)
Markwayne Mullin (Republican)Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Thomas Tillis (Republican)Ben Ray Luján (Democratic)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)

Indian Affairs Committee

Native Americans

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4712: Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted