Local Task Forces on 21st Century Policing Act of 2022

Bill 117 HR 8043, also known as the Local Task Forces on 21st Century Policing Act of 2022, aims to address issues related to policing in local communities across the United States. The bill proposes the creation of local task forces that will work to implement the recommendations outlined in the final report of the President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing.

These task forces will be composed of a diverse group of stakeholders, including law enforcement officials, community members, and representatives from local government agencies. The goal of these task forces is to develop strategies and initiatives that promote trust, transparency, and accountability within local police departments.

The bill also provides funding for these task forces to conduct research, hold public hearings, and implement community policing programs. Additionally, the bill requires task forces to submit annual reports to the Department of Justice detailing their progress and any challenges they have faced. Overall, the Local Task Forces on 21st Century Policing Act of 2022 seeks to improve relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve by fostering collaboration and dialogue at the local level.