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POLICE Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 5:16 AM

Summary of Bill S 1733

The POLICE Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1733, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues related to law enforcement practices and accountability. The main goal of the bill is to improve transparency and accountability within police departments across the country.

One key provision of the POLICE Act is the requirement for all law enforcement agencies to implement body cameras for their officers. This measure is intended to increase transparency in police interactions with the public and provide a record of events in case of disputes or allegations of misconduct.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased training for law enforcement officers on topics such as de-escalation techniques, cultural sensitivity, and mental health awareness. This training is designed to help officers better handle challenging situations and interact more effectively with diverse communities. The POLICE Act also establishes a national database to track instances of the use of force by law enforcement officers. This database will help identify trends and patterns in the use of force, as well as hold officers accountable for any excessive or unjustified use of force. Overall, the POLICE Act of 2023 aims to promote accountability, transparency, and professionalism within law enforcement agencies in order to build trust between police officers and the communities they serve. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is a necessary step towards reforming policing practices in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill S 1733

Bill S 1733 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill S 1733 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023.  Bill S 1733's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1733

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
16
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1733

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1733

POLICE Act of 2023
POLICE Act of 2023
Protect Our Law enforcement with Immigration Control and Enforcement Act of 2023
A bill to make the assault of a law enforcement officer a deportable offense, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1733

Ted Budd
Ted Budd
North CarolinaRepublican
Thom Tillis
Thom Tillis
North CarolinaRepublican
Marco Rubio
Marco Rubio
FloridaRepublican
Bill Hagerty
Bill Hagerty
TennesseeRepublican
Steve Daines
Steve Daines
MontanaRepublican
Shelley Moore Capito
Shelley Moore Capito
West VirginiaRepublican

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