H.R. 7785: Protecting Our Communities Act


Quick Facts:

Bill Sponsor: Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH-3)

Congress: 119

Date Introduced: March 4, 2026

Last Action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. (March 5, 2026)

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Protecting Our Communities Act

This bill:

  • Requires immigration enforcement officers to wear body cameras.
  • Requires official insignia on the uniforms of immigration enforcement officers and bans face coverings.
  • Requires de-escalation training. 
  • Requires notification to local law enforcement before immigration enforcement operations are conducted within their jurisdiction. 

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