National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act

2/1/2024, 8:30 AM

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act

This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish a National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Program.

The bill further directs DOJ to award a grant under the program to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund for the expenses associated with community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs operated by the of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and National Law Enforcement Museum.

Bill 118 hr 3381, also known as the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to honor and support law enforcement officers across the country.

The bill includes provisions for establishing a National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Museum, which would serve as a tribute to the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers. It also aims to provide support for the families of fallen officers, including financial assistance and counseling services.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance community outreach efforts between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. This includes promoting positive relationships between officers and community members, as well as implementing programs to improve trust and cooperation. Overall, the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act seeks to recognize the important role that law enforcement officers play in keeping our communities safe, while also fostering stronger connections between officers and the communities they serve.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3381

Introduced on
2023-05-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/16/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act

This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish a National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Program.

The bill further directs DOJ to award a grant under the program to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund for the expenses associated with community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs operated by the of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and National Law Enforcement Museum.

Bill 118 hr 3381, also known as the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to honor and support law enforcement officers across the country.

The bill includes provisions for establishing a National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Museum, which would serve as a tribute to the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers. It also aims to provide support for the families of fallen officers, including financial assistance and counseling services.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance community outreach efforts between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. This includes promoting positive relationships between officers and community members, as well as implementing programs to improve trust and cooperation. Overall, the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act seeks to recognize the important role that law enforcement officers play in keeping our communities safe, while also fostering stronger connections between officers and the communities they serve.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize the Attorney General to establish the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach program, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

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Latest Summary3/29/2024

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act

This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish a National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Progra...


Latest Action5/16/2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.