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Boosting Police Trust: Community Input in Law Enforcement Evaluation.

This act aims to improve relations between police and citizens by incorporating community feedback into police performance evaluations. A special working group will be established to develop methods for measuring public trust and satisfaction with police actions, potentially leading to better alignment of law enforcement activities with local community needs. Citizens will have a greater say in how police work is assessed, which could result in an increased sense of safety and fairness.
Key points
Establishment of a national working group to study how to include community input in police performance measurement.
Development of tools and methods to measure community trust and satisfaction with police performance.
Implementation of a pilot program in selected police departments to test new evaluation methods and improve community relations.
Availability of financial and technical support for police departments that adopt the working group's recommendations.
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Print number: 117_HR_4189
Sponsor: Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]
Process start date: 2021-06-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Measuring What Matters Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4189.

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 2021-06-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a national working group to study how to include community input in police performance measurement.
  • Development of tools and methods to measure community trust and satisfaction with police performance.
  • Implementation of a pilot program in selected police departments to test new evaluation methods and improve community relations.
  • Availability of financial and technical support for police departments that adopt the working group's recommendations.
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. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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