Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act of 2025

# Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act of 2025 (HR 5973) **What It Would Do** This bill aims to limit the use of physical force by immigration enforcement officers during detention and deportation operations. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available summary, bills with this title typically establish standards for when officers can use force, require de-escalation training, mandate reporting of force incidents, and create accountability measures for violations. The legislation would likely apply to federal immigration agencies like ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) and CBP (Customs and Border Protection). **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact immigration enforcement agents and officers who conduct arrests, detentions, and deportations, as well as immigrants and undocumented individuals in custody or facing removal. It could also affect immigration detention facilities and their operations. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House.

It was sponsored by Rep. Scott Peters, a Democrat from California. To move forward, it would need committee approval and then passage by the House and Senate before reaching the President's desk.