Stop DC CAMERA Act
Stop DC CAMERA Act
Plain Language Summary
# Stop DC CAMERA Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Stop DC CAMERA Act would restrict or eliminate the use of surveillance cameras in Washington, D.C. Based on its title and context, the bill appears to target camera surveillance systems operated by the District of Columbia government. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced for a full vote in the House of Representatives. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily affect the District of Columbia government and its surveillance infrastructure, as well as residents and visitors to D.C. who are recorded by these camera systems.
The bill could impact both public safety operations that rely on surveillance footage and privacy concerns of individuals in the nation's capital. **Current Status:** As of now, the Stop DC CAMERA Act (HR 5525) remains in committee during the 119th Congress. This means the bill has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. Limited details are publicly available about the specific provisions of the bill, so its exact scope and any exceptions it might include are unclear at this stage.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.