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More Funds for Police: COVID-19 Relief Redirected to Public Safety

This act redirects $50 billion from unused COVID-19 relief funds to support police activities. This means more money for hiring new officers and programs supporting local law enforcement, potentially increasing safety in communities.
Key points
50 billion dollars from COVID-19 relief funds will be reallocated to police support programs.
Funds will be used for hiring new officers and general support for local law enforcement agencies.
A portion of the funds will establish a trust fund to ensure long-term financial support for police.
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Print number: 117_S_2426
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2021-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fund the Police Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2426.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 50 billion dollars from COVID-19 relief funds will be reallocated to police support programs.
  • Funds will be used for hiring new officers and general support for local law enforcement agencies.
  • A portion of the funds will establish a trust fund to ensure long-term financial support for police.
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 Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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