HR. 5143Introduced
District of Columbia Policing Protection Act of 2025
Repeals District of Columbia limits on police vehicular pursuits and generally requires officers to chase fleeing motor vehicle suspects unless specified exceptions apply
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Repeals District of Columbia limits on police vehicular pursuits and generally requires officers to chase fleeing motor vehicle suspects unless specified exceptions apply
Key points
- Require vehicular pursuits
- Direct DOJ cost benefit report
- Repeal DC pursuit restrictions
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-09-18 — Received in the Senate.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightCrime and Law EnforcementDistrict of ColumbiaLaw enforcement administration and fundingLaw enforcement officersMotor vehicles