United States 115th Congress Status: In Committee 1 D cosponsors

HR 2115 — Wakiesha's Law

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

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  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Wakiesha's Law aims to address important issues related to crime and safety in our communities. It has recently been sent to a subcommittee for further discussion and review.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill establishes requirements for state and local law enforcement agencies regarding the notification of next-of-kin in the event of death or life-threatening emergencies of individuals in custody.

  • Section 6-8-104

    and

    Establishes a further requirement in the reporting process for the notification of next-of-kin.

  • Section 6-8-104

    . → ;

    Changes punctuation to continue the list of reporting requirements.

  • Section 6-8-104

    (5) the date and time notification of death was provided to the next of kin or designated contact; (6) the date and time of each unsuccessful notification attempt was made; and (7) a detailed description of where any unclaimed bodies and property have been disposed of, including the amount of time lapsed prior to taking such action.

    Adds specific new reporting requirements for notifications related to deaths in custody.

Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Introduced in House

  4. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 2115 do?
Wakiesha's Law aims to address important issues related to crime and safety in our communities. It has recently been sent to a subcommittee for further discussion and review.
Who sponsors HR 2115?
HR 2115 is sponsored by Bass, Karen (Democratic).
What is the current status of HR 2115?
This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 2115?
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