On March 23, Mayor Bowser vetoed the Full Accountability in Arrest Reporting (FAAR) Act. This common-sense bill would require DC police officers to document any federal agents present at an MPD arrest, document federal agents’ use of force, and to publish body-worn camera footage of that use of force. DC Council passed the bill unanimously, 13-0.

DC residents absolutely need and deserve more transparency about what federal agents are doing in our communities. On Tuesday, March 31, join us to pack the hearing room to make sure DC Council knows we want them to override Bowser’s veto and pass the FAAR Act again.

Sign up for one of two shifts. First shift will start at 10:30am for the morning press conference and councilmember office visits ahead of the hearing. Second shift will begin at 12:00pm for the hearing on FAAR. Sign up for the shift that works best for your schedule.

To answer a commonly asked question: Yes! It’s okay if you have to arrive late, leave early, or otherwise can’t stay for the full length of your shift. This just helps the organizers estimate how many people will be with us throughout the day — sign up for the shift that best matches your availability.