Tipped Worker Protection Act

House Bill

H.R. 5112

119th Congress

Tipped Worker Protection Act

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 3, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Sara Jacobs

Representative

Democratic

CA-51

Cosponsors

4

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

The Civilian Harm Review and Reassessment Act requires the Department of Defense to review and reinvestigate allegations of civilian harm resulting from U.S. military operations between 2011 and 2023 that were likely dismissed due to investigation errors or incomplete information. The goal is to identify and correct any mistakes in the initial investigations.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

The Civilian Harm Review and Reassessment Act requires the Department of Defense to review and reinvestigate allegations of civilian harm resulting from U.S. military operations between 2011 and 2023 that were likely dismissed due to investigation errors or incomplete information. The goal is to identify and correct any mistakes in the initial investigations.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Civilian Harm Review and Reassessment ActThis bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish procedures under which it must review and reinvestigate allegations of civilian harm that resulted from military operations involving the U.S. Armed Forces between 2011 and 2023 and that DOD finds were likely incorrectly dismissed due to investigation errors or incomplete information.In establishing the review procedures, DOD must consult with nongovernmental organizations that focus on civilian harm and human rights.Additionally, DOD must report on any identified errors, steps taken to respond to such errors, and recommended steps to prevent similar errors in the future.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Requires the Department of Defense to review and reinvestigate allegations of civilian harm from U.S. military operations between 2011-2023
Focuses on cases that were likely dismissed due to investigation errors or incomplete information
Mandates consultation with nongovernmental organizations that focus on civilian harm and human rights
Requires the Department of Defense to report on identified errors and recommended steps to prevent similar issues in the future

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would impact civilians who were harmed by U.S. military operations over the past 12 years, but whose cases were potentially dismissed due to flawed investigations. It could lead to the identification and correction of past mistakes, providing justice and support for affected communities. The bill would also require the military to be more transparent and accountable regarding civilian harm incidents.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

5112, 119th Congress (2025). "Tipped Worker Protection Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-5112