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POJA Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3491

Bill 118 HR 3491, also known as the POJA Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The primary goal of this bill is to address issues related to police accountability and transparency.

One key provision of the POJA Act is the establishment of a national database to track instances of police misconduct. This database would be accessible to the public and would help to hold law enforcement officers accountable for their actions. Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve training for police officers, with a focus on de-escalation techniques and cultural sensitivity.

Another important aspect of the POJA Act is the requirement for all law enforcement agencies to use body cameras. This would help to provide a clear record of interactions between police officers and the public, and could help to prevent instances of police brutality. Overall, the POJA Act of 2023 aims to increase transparency and accountability within law enforcement agencies, with the ultimate goal of improving relations between police officers and the communities they serve.

Congressional Summary of HR 3491

Protect Older Job Applicants Act of 2023 or the POJA Act of 2023

This bill prohibits employers from limiting, segregating, or classifying job applicants based on an applicant's age. It also requires the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to study and report on claims received from job applicants involving age discrimination.

Current Status of Bill HR 3491

Bill HR 3491 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3491 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2023.  Bill HR 3491's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3491

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3491

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3491

POJA Act of 2023
POJA Act of 2023
Protect Older Job Applicants Act of 2023
To amend the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to prohibit employers from limiting, segregating, or classifying applicants for employment.

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