Police Training: Less Force, More Dialogue
This act aims to reduce police use of force by mandating de-escalation training for officers. Citizens can expect officers to be better equipped to resolve difficult situations without resorting to violence, potentially increasing safety and trust within communities. States and local governments failing to implement these trainings may face reductions in federal funding.
Key points
Mandatory de-escalation training for all law enforcement officers and academy recruits.
Training includes communication techniques, negotiation, and recognizing mental health and substance abuse issues.
States and local governments failing to comply may lose up to 20% of federal justice program funds.
Establishes an affirmative duty for officers to use de-escalation tactics when available.
The Attorney General will collect data on training efforts and publish a list of effective practices.
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