United States · Bill · HR
H.R. 4408 (116th)
Eric Garner Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act of 2019
Introduced
19 September 2019
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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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.
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Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House · EN · 19 September 2019
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Introduced in House · EN · 19 September 2019
Introduced in House
summary · EN · 19 September 2019
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/4408
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/116/hr/4408