To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize a grant program to assist State and local law enforcement agencies in purchasing body-worn cameras and securely storing and maintaining recorded data for law enforcement officers.

Bill 119 hr 1188, also known as the Body-Worn Camera Grant Program Act, aims to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish a grant program that will assist State and local law enforcement agencies in purchasing body-worn cameras for their officers. The bill also includes provisions for securely storing and maintaining the recorded data from these cameras.

The primary goal of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability within law enforcement agencies by providing officers with body-worn cameras that can record their interactions with the public. This technology has been shown to improve officer behavior, reduce the use of force, and enhance public trust in law enforcement.

Under the proposed grant program, State and local law enforcement agencies will be able to apply for funding to purchase body-worn cameras and the necessary equipment for storing and maintaining the recorded data. The bill specifies that the grant funds must be used exclusively for these purposes and outlines the requirements for agencies to be eligible for the grants. Overall, the Body-Worn Camera Grant Program Act seeks to enhance the effectiveness of law enforcement agencies by equipping officers with body-worn cameras and ensuring that the recorded data is securely stored and maintained. This legislation has the potential to improve police-community relations and increase accountability within the criminal justice system.