What does Preamble of Right to Record Act of 2026 do?

This bill establishes an express cause of action for violations of the right to record law enforcement activities It also covers the right to observe or peacefully protest law enforcement activities The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

What does SHORT TITLE. of Right to Record Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Right to Record Act of 2026

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING FIRST AMENDMENT AND RIGHT TO of Right to Record Act of 2026 do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding the First Amendment and the right to record, observe, or peacefully protest. Congress recognizes that the First Amendment protects the right to record law enforcement officers and other public officials in public view. Congress also acknowledges the right to observe the actions of law enforcement and engage in peaceful protests and other expressive activities. The section indicates that Congress may establish an express statutory cause of action to enhance remedies for individuals whose First Amendment rights in this area are violated.

What does RIGHT TO RECORD, OBSERVE, OR PEACEFULLY PROTEST LAW ENFORCEMENT of Right to Record Act of 2026 do?

This section establishes the right to record, observe, or peacefully protest law enforcement activities. Federal law enforcement officers who violate this right may be liable in a civil action. The United States may also be liable for the conduct of its officers. Violations include preventing or attempting to prevent recording, observing, or protesting, as well as retaliatory actions. There are exceptions, such as when a person physically restricts or restrains an officer. Prevailing plaintiffs may be awarded reasonable attorney's fees and costs. Federal law enforcement agencies must provide training on respecting the right to record, observe, or protest.

What does RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. of Right to Record Act of 2026 do?

This Act shall be construed to broadly protect the right to record, observe, or peacefully protest law enforcement activities and the right to access and document information about matters of public interest. The Act does not diminish existing First Amendment protections for activities outside its scope. This Act does not preclude any existing cause of action under federal, state, or local laws for violations of First Amendment rights. The Act does not limit or preclude legal, equitable, or other remedies available for First Amendment violations. This Act does not preclude other causes of action for violations by officers acting under color of law regarding the right to record, observe, or peacefully protest law enforcement activities.

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Right to Record Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/8/2026 · Introduced: 6/8/2026

Author: Maxwell Frost (D-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes a cause of action for individuals whose right to record law enforcement activities is violated, allowing them to seek civil remedies.
Federal law enforcement officers who prevent or attempt to prevent recording, observing, or protesting may be liable in a civil action, and the United States may also be liable for their conduct.
The bill requires federal law enforcement agencies to provide training on respecting the right to record, observe, or protest law enforcement activities, and allows prevailing plaintiffs to be awarded reasonable attorney's fees and costs.

119th Congressin committeeS. 4696(In Committee)Official page

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