H.R.35 — Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act
House Roll Call
H.R.35
| Bill | H.R.35 — Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 264 / Nay 155 / Present 0 / Not Voting 14 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 214 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| D | 50 | 155 | 0 | 10 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 35 - Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act
The Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act (HR 35) aims to enhance the safety and operational effectiveness of federal law enforcement officers, particularly those serving in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). The bill is named in honor of Agent Raul Gonzalez, who lost his life in the line of duty.
Key Provisions: HR 35 mandates the establishment of a comprehensive training program focused on officer safety, situational awareness, and tactical response. The program is designed to equip federal law enforcement personnel with the necessary skills to handle high-risk situations effectively. This training will be developed in collaboration with law enforcement agencies and experts in the field.
Funding and Authorities: The bill authorizes appropriations to support the implementation of the training program, although specific funding amounts are not detailed in the text. It also provides the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Attorney General with the authority to allocate resources and develop guidelines for the training curriculum.
Agencies Affected: The primary agencies impacted by this legislation include the DHS, particularly the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as well as various components of the DOJ, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
Beneficiaries: The primary beneficiaries of HR 35 are federal law enforcement officers who will receive enhanced training and resources aimed at improving their safety and effectiveness in the field. Additionally, the communities they serve will indirectly benefit from improved law enforcement practices and reduced risks during operations.
Key Timelines: As of the latest action, HR 35 has been received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration. The timeline for further legislative action remains to be determined.
Yea (264)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
J
John Mannion
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (155)
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
S
Sylvester Turner
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
