Renee Good’s brothers joined a group of witnesses on Capitol Hill to describe their family’s experience with federal agents and to demand change. They recounted the loss their family has suffered, raised concerns about the use of force by federal law enforcement, and urged Congress to pursue measures that would prevent similar tragedies.
Before lawmakers, the brothers called for independent investigations into deadly encounters, greater transparency about federal policies and operations, and stronger accountability mechanisms. They asked for clearer, enforceable rules governing the use of force, more rigorous oversight of agencies, and better communication so families receive timely, accurate information after critical incidents.
The hearing gathered testimony from several people affected by federal actions and included questioning of officials and experts about training standards, supervisory practices, and legal safeguards. Witnesses pressed for practical reforms — from mandatory independent reviews following lethal force incidents to improved reporting requirements that keep communities and relatives informed.
Throughout their testimony, the brothers framed their remarks as a plea for action rather than only a recounting of pain: they want policy changes that would increase oversight, reduce preventable loss of life, and rebuild public trust. Their personal accounts added a human voice to a wider debate about how federal agents should operate and how lawmakers can better balance law enforcement objectives with protecting civil rights and community confidence.