A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Body-Worn Camera Transparency for Use of Force Temporary Amendment Act of 2026.

Bill Number: S.J.Res. 194
Origin Chamber: Senate
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2026-06-02: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Last Updated: 2026-06-24T15:37:15Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose This joint resolution expresses congressional disapproval of a specific action taken by the District of Columbia Council. It prevents the Body-Worn Camera Transparency for Use of Force Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 from taking effect.

Key Provisions

The resolution disapproves the D.C. Act 26-305, which was passed by the D.C. Council on April 22, 2026.
The Act was transmitted to Congress on April 29, 2026, under section 602(c)(1) of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act.
Congress states its disapproval of the D.C. Council's approval of the measure, blocking its implementation.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution uses Congress's authority under the Home Rule Act to override a local D.C. law before it becomes effective.
It introduces no new substantive rules but halts a temporary amendment related to body-worn camera policies for use-of-force incidents.

Potential Impacts

On government agencies: Prevents the D.C. government from enacting changes to body-worn camera transparency rules, maintaining current federal oversight structures.
On citizens: Limits potential new local requirements for releasing or handling camera footage in D.C. use-of-force cases.
No direct effects on international relations are outlined.

Main Stakeholders Affected

The District of Columbia Council and local government.
U.S. Congress, particularly the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
D.C. law enforcement agencies and residents involved in use-of-force incidents.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

This action relies on the constitutional authority of Congress to review and reject D.C. legislation under the Home Rule Act.
It highlights the ongoing federal oversight relationship with the District, where Congress retains final say over local laws.

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Sponsor

Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]

Cosponsors (5)

Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC], Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT], Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY], Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL], Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]

Recent Actions

2026-06-02: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
2026-06-02: Introduced in Senate

Bill Versions

Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Body-Worn Camera Transparency for Use of Force Temporary Amendment Act of 2026. — issued 2026-06-02 — PDF (2 pages)