H.J.Res. 42 · 118th Congress

Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.

Stage
Vetoed
Introduced
2023-03-09
Latest action
2023-06-13 · The Chair directed the Clerk to notify the Senate of the action of the House.

Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the Council of the District of Columbia. The act sets forth a variety of measures that focus on policing in the District, including measures prohibiting the use of certain neck restraints by law enforcement officers, requiring additional procedures related to body-worn cameras, and expanding access to police disciplinary records.