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More Police, Better Pay: Support for Local Law Enforcement

This act aims to strengthen local police forces by allowing federal funds to be used for increasing officer compensation and hiring more personnel. This is intended to improve community safety, especially in poorer and rural areas, and ensure that police better reflect the diversity of residents.
Key points
Increased financial support for local police departments to hire and raise officer salaries.
Preferential funding conditions for poorer and rural communities to help them maintain adequate safety levels.
Requirement for police to better reflect the diversity of the communities they serve, potentially leading to improved relations and trust.
Reports on police representation and pay, increasing transparency and enabling further improvements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6375
Sponsor: Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7]
Process start date: 2022-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COPS on the Beat Grant Program Reauthorization and Parity Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6375.

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 2022-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased financial support for local police departments to hire and raise officer salaries.
  • Preferential funding conditions for poorer and rural communities to help them maintain adequate safety levels.
  • Requirement for police to better reflect the diversity of the communities they serve, potentially leading to improved relations and trust.
  • Reports on police representation and pay, increasing transparency and enabling further improvements.
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. Rice, Tom [R-SC-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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