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Grants for Education of Future Law Enforcement Officers

The act establishes an education grant program for students pursuing careers in law enforcement. This aims to encourage young people to choose this career path and help cover their educational costs. In return for the grant, students commit to working in law enforcement after graduation.
Key points
Grants of $4,000 per year available for students in law enforcement or criminal justice fields.
Maximum grant amount for the entire study period is $16,000.
Receiving a grant requires a commitment to work as a law enforcement officer for at least 4 years within 8 years after graduation.
Failure to fulfill the service obligation results in the grant amount being treated as a loan to be repaid.
The program aims to increase the number of qualified law enforcement officers.
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Print number: 117_HR_7421
Sponsor: Rep. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7]
Process start date: 2022-04-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Law Enforcement Education Grant Program Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7421.

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 2022-04-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants of $4,000 per year available for students in law enforcement or criminal justice fields.
  • Maximum grant amount for the entire study period is $16,000.
  • Receiving a grant requires a commitment to work as a law enforcement officer for at least 4 years within 8 years after graduation.
  • Failure to fulfill the service obligation results in the grant amount being treated as a loan to be repaid.
  • The program aims to increase the number of qualified law enforcement officers.
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. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

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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