Bill · S. 2212· Senate(119-S-2212)

VISIBLE Act

Age: 53 years

California

Introduced: 7/8/2025
Last activity: 7/8/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4258-4259)
Sponsored by: Alex Padilla
Cosponsors: - 23 - 0

Immigration

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The VISIBLE Act aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase transparency in immigration enforcement. It requires all "covered immigration officers" to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions. This identification must include the officer's agency name and either their last name or a unique badge number. The law also specifies standards for how this information is displayed on an officer's outermost gear. Additionally, the bill establishes accountability measures through administrative discipline and annual reporting to Congress. It also empowers the Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties to investigate public complaints regarding these standards.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+7
The bill mandates clear identification and annual reporting to increase transparency in immigration enforcement.
Does this change how police departments operate?+5
The bill enhances accountability and transparency for immigration enforcement officers during public-facing actions.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+4
The bill provides clearer identification and more robust oversight for those subjected to immigration enforcement.