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Preventing Future Tragedies Act
12/31/2022, 8:59 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5268
Bill 117 HR 5268, also known as the Preventing Future Tragedies Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address and prevent future tragedies by improving the coordination and communication between law enforcement agencies and mental health professionals.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a national database that would allow law enforcement agencies to access information about individuals who have been involuntarily committed to a mental health facility. This database would help prevent individuals with a history of mental illness from purchasing firearms.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased training for law enforcement officers on how to respond to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. This training would help officers de-escalate situations and connect individuals in crisis with appropriate mental health resources. Furthermore, the Preventing Future Tragedies Act includes provisions for increased funding for mental health services and programs, as well as grants for states to improve their mental health systems. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 HR 5268 is to prevent future tragedies by improving the coordination between law enforcement and mental health professionals, increasing access to mental health services, and providing training for law enforcement officers on how to respond to individuals in crisis.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a national database that would allow law enforcement agencies to access information about individuals who have been involuntarily committed to a mental health facility. This database would help prevent individuals with a history of mental illness from purchasing firearms.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased training for law enforcement officers on how to respond to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. This training would help officers de-escalate situations and connect individuals in crisis with appropriate mental health resources. Furthermore, the Preventing Future Tragedies Act includes provisions for increased funding for mental health services and programs, as well as grants for states to improve their mental health systems. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 HR 5268 is to prevent future tragedies by improving the coordination between law enforcement and mental health professionals, increasing access to mental health services, and providing training for law enforcement officers on how to respond to individuals in crisis.
Congressional Summary of HR 5268
Preventing Future Tragedies Act
This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to implement various recommendations relating to the mitigation and prevention of training accidents.
Specifically, the bill requires DOD to
- develop clearly defined roles for vehicle commanders,
- establish mechanisms and procedures for tactical vehicle risk management to be used by first-line supervisors (including vehicle commanders),
- evaluate the number of personnel responsible for tactical vehicle safety and determine if their units are appropriately staffed or if any adjustments are needed to implement operational unit ground-safety programs,
- ensure that tactical vehicle driver training programs include a well-defined process with specific performance criteria and measurable standards to identify driver skills and experience under diverse conditions, and
- evaluate the extent to which ranges and training areas are identifying and communicating hazards to units.
Additionally, the Department of the Army and the Department of the Navy must jointly establish a formal collaboration forum amongst range officials through which such officials must share methods for identifying and communicating hazards to units.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5268
Bill HR 5268 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 17, 2021. Bill HR 5268 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 17, 2021. Bill HR 5268's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of September 17, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5268
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5268
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Accidents
- Government studies and investigations
- Military command and structure
- Military education and training
- Military facilities and property
- Military personnel and dependents
- Motor vehicles
- Transportation safety and security
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5268
To direct the Secretary of Defense to implement certain recommendations of the Comptroller General of the United States with respect to the mitigation and prevention of training accidents, and for other purposes.
Preventing Future Tragedies Act
Preventing Future Tragedies Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5268
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