H.R. 1354: Justice for All Act of 2025

The "Justice for All Act of 2025" seeks to strengthen and clarify protections against discrimination in various areas of society. The bill proposes several key amendments to existing laws, particularly the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Below are the main components of the bill:

Private Right of Action for Discriminatory Practices

The bill reinstates the ability for individuals who have experienced discriminatory practices to take legal action. This applies specifically to cases of disparate impact, where policies or practices may not be intentionally discriminatory but disproportionately affect certain groups based on characteristics such as race, sex, and age.

Enhanced Protections Against Discrimination

The bill aims to clarify existing protections against discrimination, making it explicit that individuals are protected from unfair treatment in various settings based on:

• Race
• Sex
• Age
• Religion
• Ethnicity

Prohibition of Law Enforcement Profiling

One of the critical aspects of the legislation is the prohibition against profiling by law enforcement based on race, ethnicity, religion, and other characteristics. This means that law enforcement agents are barred from using these characteristics as the basis for stopping, searching, or detaining individuals.

Civil Action Against Violators

The bill empowers individuals to take civil action against law enforcement agencies or officers who engage in profiling. This includes the ability to seek legal remedies for harm experienced as a result of such practices.

Definition of Law Enforcement Activities

The bill outlines what constitutes law enforcement activities and specifies the mechanisms for enforcing the prohibitions against profiling. It aims to create a clearer framework for understanding acceptable law enforcement practices and the accountability measures for breaches.

Remedies for Victims

Victims of unlawful profiling will be entitled to remedies. This means that individuals affected by discriminatory practices will have avenues available for seeking justice and compensation for their experiences.

Enforcement Mechanisms

The legislation details various enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with the new regulations, thereby promoting accountability among law enforcement agencies and ensuring that victims can pursue recourse for violations.

Relevant Companies

• GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): As a major technology company involved in data analytics and surveillance, GOOGL could be impacted by the new restrictions on law enforcement profiling, influencing how they collaborate with law enforcement agencies.
• ADBE (Adobe Inc.): Adobe provides software solutions that may be used in law enforcement contexts for data management and analysis. The bill's implications on profiling could affect how these tools are utilized and developed.