B26-0617

Body-Worn Camera Transparency for Use of Force Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

Complete·6/26/26

This bill amends body-worn camera regulations to include other law enforcement officers when an MPD officer is present.

The District of Columbia B26-0617 amends body-worn camera regulations to include other law enforcement officers when an MPD officer is present. It modifies the Metropolitan Police Department's use of body-worn camera footage in initial report writing and public release. The changes apply to incidents involving officer-involved deaths or serious use of force directly involving an MPD officer. The act takes effect following approval by the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period.

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Roll Call Votes

13 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Jun 26

Council

Law L26-0139, Effective from Jun 11, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 008893, Expires on Jan 22, 2027

May 1

Council

Act A26-0305 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 006812

Apr 29

Council

Transmitted to Congress