arrow_back Back to App

Enhanced Oversight of Police Funding and Civil Rights Compliance

This act aims to improve how federal money is spent by local police departments. It introduces new rules for evaluating program effectiveness, increases oversight of fund usage, and requires police to comply with civil rights laws to ensure safety and trust within communities.
Key points
Increased scrutiny over how police use federal funds to ensure effective spending.
Requirement for law enforcement agencies receiving federal funds to comply with civil rights laws, including restrictions on certain techniques.
Support for collecting data on police use-of-force, aiming to assess and improve safety.
Implementation of evaluation plans for police programs to ensure they improve community relations and reduce dangerous interactions.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4749
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2022-08-02
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COPS Responsible Administration and Management Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4749.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-08-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased scrutiny over how police use federal funds to ensure effective spending.
  • Requirement for law enforcement agencies receiving federal funds to comply with civil rights laws, including restrictions on certain techniques.
  • Support for collecting data on police use-of-force, aiming to assess and improve safety.
  • Implementation of evaluation plans for police programs to ensure they improve community relations and reduce dangerous interactions.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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.

CATEGORIES

Courts and Law Security Public Investments