§6617 Law Enforcement Authority of Sergeant-at-arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate

Summary

Gives the Sergeant-at-Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate the same law enforcement powers as a Capitol Police officer, including the ability to carry a firearm, but only if they meet certain qualifications. They must have at least 5 years of law enforcement experience before taking the job, hold current firearms certification from the proper federal agency or an equivalent non‑federal body, and meet any other firearms qualifications required of Capitol Police. The Senate Committee on Rules and Administration can make rules to put these requirements into practice.