Summary
Three Democratic lawmakers have introduced a bill requiring ICE and CBP agents to wear QR codes during their work for better transparency. The proposed law, known as the Quick Recognition Act, is in the beginning stages and awaits further review by Congress committees. This proposal comes amid public protests and debates about ICE activities, especially following recent shootings by ICE agents.
Key Facts
- A new Democratic bill proposes that ICE and CBP officers wear visible QR codes during operations.
- The bill is called the Quick Recognition Act and has been referred to specific Congress committees.
- The goal is to modernize how officers are identified and improve public transparency.
- Representatives Ritchie Torres, Darren Soto, and Shri Thanedar are sponsoring the bill.
- Recent shootings involving ICE agents have increased public scrutiny and calls for reform.
- A separate bill, called the Abolish ICE Act, aims to dissolve ICE entirely.
- Some Democrats have faced backlash for supporting a DHS spending bill that includes ICE funding.
- Public opinion polls show growing disapproval of ICE's tactics and increased support for abolishing the agency.
