To establish an independent Commission to investigate detainee abuses.

H.R. 3003 proposed the creation of an independent, bipartisan commission within the legislative branch to investigate the treatment of detainees held during U.S. military operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the broader Global War on Terrorism. The commission would have been tasked with identifying the extent of reported abuses, determining why they occurred, and establishing accountability for those involved.

For the public, this bill aimed to provide a transparent, centralized accounting of government and military conduct abroad to ensure that national policies align with legal and ethical standards. By requiring a final report with recommendations for corrective measures, the legislation sought to prevent future misconduct and improve oversight of overseas detention facilities. Although introduced in 2005, the bill did not move past the committee stage and never became law.