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Improving Safety and Data for Native Communities

This act aims to improve data collection on missing and murdered individuals from Native communities and strengthen law enforcement efforts in Indian country. This means citizens in these communities can expect better coordination of services and more effective resolution of criminal cases, enhancing their safety.
Key points
Appointment of Tribal facilitators for the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System to improve data coordination.
Strengthening law enforcement personnel resources and infrastructure in Indian country, including improved background checks for applicants.
Establishment of a grant program to coordinate responses to missing persons, sexual assault, and death investigations in Native communities.
Study on evidence collection and processing procedures by federal law enforcement agencies in Indian country.
Ensuring access to counseling resources for law enforcement officers working for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal agencies.
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Print number: 117_HR_8960
Sponsor: Rep. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ-7]
Process start date: 2022-09-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BADGES for Native Communities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8960.

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 2022-09-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Appointment of Tribal facilitators for the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System to improve data coordination.
  • Strengthening law enforcement personnel resources and infrastructure in Indian country, including improved background checks for applicants.
  • Establishment of a grant program to coordinate responses to missing persons, sexual assault, and death investigations in Native communities.
  • Study on evidence collection and processing procedures by federal law enforcement agencies in Indian country.
  • Ensuring access to counseling resources for law enforcement officers working for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal agencies.
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. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ-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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