Bill · H.R. 8639· House(119-HR-8639)
COOL IT Act
- Introduced
- 4/30/2026
- Last activity
- 4/30/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Emilia Sykes
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "COOL IT Act," directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a scenario-based training curriculum for immigration officers. This training must be completed annually and includes a certification process. The curriculum is designed to cover topics such as officer safety, de-escalation, and use of force. The Secretary must also consult with law enforcement associations, community organizations, and security agencies during development. Additionally, the Secretary is required to submit a report to Congress regarding the benefits and barriers of this training. Finally, the bill amends existing law to require at least 67 days of training before performing immigration enforcement duties.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this change how police departments operate?+5
The bill mandates scenario-based training in de-escalation, use of force, and crisis intervention for immigration officers.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+3
The bill aims to improve community-police relations through de-escalation and crisis intervention training.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+3
The bill's focus on de-escalation and improved community relations may reduce negative interactions during immigration enforcement.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Community Relations: The curriculum specifically includes addressing the improvement of community-police relations (Section 2, subsection b, 1, A).
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Enhanced Safety and Decision Making: The training addresses officer safety, situational awareness, critical decision making, and problem solving (Section 2, subsection b, 1, B, D, and F).
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Better Crisis and Stress Management: The training covers physical and emotional responses to stress, as well as crisis intervention (Section 2, subsection b, 1, E and I).
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Reduction in Conflict: The curriculum includes training on de-escalation and the use of force and deadly force (Section 2, subsection b, 1, G and H).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Policing Reform+5Improves Racial Equity+3Improves Border Security+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Immigrants+3
- 4/30/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in House