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Act on Police Training to Reduce Racial Bias in Traffic Stops

This act aims to improve citizen interactions with police during traffic stops. It provides funding for research and training for police officers to help them avoid unconscious racial biases. Ultimately, this should lead to fairer and more objective traffic stops for everyone.
Key points
Funding for research on implicit racial bias during traffic stops.
Support for police training programs to reduce bias.
Requirement to report research findings and recommendations to Congress.
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Print number: 117_HR_3017
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Anthony G. [D-MD-4]
Process start date: 2021-05-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BIAS Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3017.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for research on implicit racial bias during traffic stops.
  • Support for police training programs to reduce bias.
  • Requirement to report research findings and recommendations to Congress.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Brown, Anthony G. [D-MD-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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