AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jun 29, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Authorizes the U.S. Marshals Service to investigate tribal fugitive matters upon tribal request, both within and outside the United States
- Authorizes the U.S. Marshals Service to assist tribal law enforcement agencies in locating and recovering missing children upon request
- Allows tribal law enforcement agencies to participate in regional fugitive task forces that currently combine federal, state, and local law enforcement efforts
- Requires the Department of Justice to consult with tribes when establishing new regional fugitive task forces
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Tribal law enforcement gains access to federal investigative resources and interstate task force participation for fugitive and missing child cases
- The bill's effects on tribal jurisdiction, case resolution rates, or resource allocation are not documented in the official summary
- No information is provided about implementation timeline, funding, or compliance mechanisms
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Passed Senate with an amendment by voice vote on June 10, 2026
- Received in the House on June 15, 2026 and held at the desk
- Earlier actions: Senate Judiciary Committee reported with amendment on May 19, 2026; referred to Committee on the Judiciary on October 23, 2025
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jun 15, 2026 — Held at the desk.
- Jun 15, 2026 — Received in the House.
- Jun 12, 2026 — Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- Jun 10, 2026 — Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2723-2724, S2727; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S2723-2724)
- Jun 10, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.
- May 19, 2026 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 412.
- May 19, 2026 — Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
- May 19, 2026 — Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.