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Supporting Women COPS Act of 2023

12/9/2023, 5:40 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2572

The Supporting Women COPS Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2572, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at supporting and empowering women in law enforcement. The bill seeks to increase the recruitment, retention, and promotion of women in law enforcement agencies across the country.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding to law enforcement agencies for the purpose of recruiting and retaining female officers. The grants can be used for a variety of purposes, including training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities for women in law enforcement.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve data collection on the representation of women in law enforcement, as well as measures to address barriers to women's advancement in the field. This includes promoting gender diversity in leadership positions and ensuring equal opportunities for women in law enforcement agencies. Overall, the Supporting Women COPS Act of 2023 aims to address the underrepresentation of women in law enforcement and promote gender equality in the field. By providing support and resources to female officers, the bill seeks to create a more inclusive and diverse law enforcement workforce.

Congressional Summary of HR 2572

Supporting Women with Career Opportunities in Policing Services Act of 2023 or the Supporting Women COPS Act of 2023

This bill establishes a Task Force on Women in Law Enforcement to (1) study state hiring standards for law enforcement officers, (2) develop national hiring standards for law enforcement officers, and (3) develop recommendations for retention and promotion of female officers. It also incentivizes states to adopt the recommendations of the task force.

Current Status of Bill HR 2572

Bill HR 2572 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2023. Bill HR 2572 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2023.  Bill HR 2572's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 10, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2572

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2572

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2572

Supporting Women COPS Act of 2023
Supporting Women COPS Act of 2023
Supporting Women with Career Opportunities in Policing Services Act of 2023
To establish a Task Force on Women in Law Enforcement to study and develop national hiring standards for law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.

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