H.R. 4408 · 116th Congress
Eric Garner Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act of 2019
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Hakeem Jeffries
- Introduced
- 2019-09-19
- Latest action
- 2019-10-28 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Summary
Eric Garner Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act of 2019
This bill modifies the criminal civil rights statute that prohibits the deprivation of rights under color of law.
Currently, the second prong of the prohibition bars the application of different punishments, pains, or penalties based on an individual's alien status, color, or race. This bill specifies that the application of any pressure to a person's throat or windpipe which may prevent or hinder breathing or reduce intake of air (e.g., a chokehold) constitutes a punishment, pain, or penalty.