U.S. Park Police Modernization Act

12/30/2022, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3924

Bill 117 HR 3924, also known as the U.S. Park Police Modernization Act, aims to modernize and improve the operations of the U.S. Park Police, which is responsible for law enforcement in national parks and other federal lands. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently under consideration.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the U.S. Park Police to enhance their training, equipment, and technology. This would help the agency better protect visitors and resources in national parks and ensure the safety of park employees.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve coordination between the U.S. Park Police and other law enforcement agencies, such as state and local police departments, to enhance response times and effectiveness in emergency situations. It also includes measures to increase transparency and accountability within the U.S. Park Police, such as requiring regular reporting on their activities and expenditures. Overall, the U.S. Park Police Modernization Act aims to strengthen the capabilities of the U.S. Park Police and improve their ability to fulfill their important mission of protecting national parks and the people who visit them. It is currently being reviewed by Congress, and its passage would represent a significant step forward in ensuring the safety and security of our nation's natural treasures.

Congressional Summary of HR 3924

U.S. Park Police Modernization Act

This bill revises the pay scale that applies to officers and members of the U.S. Park Police by reducing the number of, and the time between, pay grade steps.

Current Status of Bill HR 3924

Bill HR 3924 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 16, 2021. Bill HR 3924 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 16, 2021.  Bill HR 3924's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of June 16, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3924

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
14
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3924

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

Department of the InteriorGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementLaw enforcement officersParks, recreation areas, trails

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3924

U.S. Park Police Modernization ActTo reduce the number of, and shorten the time between, pay grade steps for officers and members of the United States Park Police, and for other purposes.U.S. Park Police Modernization Act
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