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Invest to Protect Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:57 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3184

Bill 118 hr 3184, also known as the Invest to Protect Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase funding for national security and defense initiatives in order to better protect the United States from external threats.

The Invest to Protect Act of 2023 proposes allocating additional resources to various branches of the military, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. This funding would be used to enhance military readiness, modernize equipment and technology, and improve training programs for service members.

In addition to bolstering the military, the bill also seeks to strengthen cybersecurity measures to safeguard against cyber attacks and other digital threats. This includes investing in advanced cybersecurity tools and infrastructure to protect critical government systems and private sector networks. Furthermore, the Invest to Protect Act of 2023 aims to increase funding for intelligence agencies to improve information gathering and analysis capabilities. This would help to identify and counter potential threats to national security before they can materialize. Overall, the Invest to Protect Act of 2023 is focused on enhancing the United States' ability to defend itself against a wide range of threats, both traditional and emerging. By investing in military, cybersecurity, and intelligence capabilities, this bill aims to ensure the safety and security of the nation and its citizens.

Congressional Summary of HR 3184

Invest to Protect Act of 2023

This bill directs the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services within the Department of Justice to award grants to local and tribal governments that employ fewer than 200 law enforcement officers. Grant funds may be used for various activities, including to provide de-escalation training and improve recruitment and retention.

Current Status of Bill HR 3184

Bill HR 3184 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 10, 2023. Bill HR 3184 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 10, 2023.  Bill HR 3184's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 10, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3184

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
138
Democrat Cosponsors
102
Republican Cosponsors
36
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3184

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3184

Invest to Protect Act of 2023
Invest to Protect Act of 2023
To establish a grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies, and for other purposes.

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