House Bill 7118
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act of 2018
Introduced
Introduced in House on Nov 6, 2018
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
7118
Congress
115
Policy Area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime and Law Enforcement
Primary focus of measure is criminal offenses, investigation and prosecution, procedure and sentencing; corrections and imprisonment; juvenile crime; law enforcement administration. Measures concerning terrorism may fall under Emergency Management or International Affairs policy areas.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act of 2018
This bill amends the federal criminal code specify that the application of any pressure to the throat or windpipe which may prevent or hinder breathing or reduce intake of air (i.e., a chokehold) constitutes the deprivation of rights under color of law.
November 6, 2018
11/15/2018
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
11/06/2018
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
11/06/2018
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:41:03 PM