What does Preamble of COOL IT Act do?

This bill aims to develop a scenario-based training curriculum for immigration officers. The bill's stated purpose is 'to develop a scenario-based training curriculum for immigration officers, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of COOL IT Act do?

This bill is formally titled the ``Critical Operation Oversight of Law Enforcement Intervention and Training Act'' or the ``COOL IT Act''.

What does IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT SCENARIO-BASED TRAINING CURRICULUM. of COOL IT Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a scenario-based training curriculum and certification process for immigration officers, to be completed annually. The curriculum must address areas including community-police relations, officer safety, de-escalation, and use of force. Development of the curriculum requires consultation with law enforcement associations, community organizations, and national security agencies. The Secretary must evaluate best practices in scenario-based training and provide technical assistance for implementation. A certification process will be developed for officers who successfully complete the curriculum. The Secretary must submit a report to Congress within 180 days of enactment, detailing benefits, barriers, and recommendations for improving access to the training. The term 'immigration officer' is defined to include employees designated to perform immigration officer functions under specific sections of the Immigration and Nationality Act, including those designated to arrest persons under section 287(a) and officers performing functions under section 287(g).

What does ICE TRAINING. of COOL IT Act do?

This section amends Section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. It requires immigration officers and employees to complete at least 67 days of training. This training must occur before they perform duties to enforce immigration laws.

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COOL IT Act

Last updated: 4/30/2026 · Introduced: 4/30/2026

Author: Emilia Sykes (D-OH)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill mandates that immigration officers complete an annual scenario-based training curriculum focused on areas like community relations, de-escalation, and use of force.
It requires immigration officers and employees to complete a minimum of 67 days of training before enforcing immigration laws.
The bill directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a certification process for officers who successfully complete the new training curriculum and submit a report to Congress detailing its implementation.

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