The technology would support an incident-driven video recording system the agency is already piloting to record agents' interactions with the public.

The desired cameras will have live feeds that can be remotely monitored, store video in a FedRAMP-certified cloud and produce auditable logs with cybersecurity protections.

Deputized officers may use the technology to record specific operations contingent upon their state or local agency's policies.

While the nation considers how to re-establish trust between law enforcement and minority communities, some suggest that body-worn cameras mounted on police would be a good first step.