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Police Training and Independent Review Act

This act aims to enhance public safety by mandating annual training for police officers, covering topics like bias, cultural diversity, and de-escalation. It also incentivizes states to establish independent investigation procedures for incidents involving police use of deadly force, fostering greater public trust in the justice system.
Key points
Mandates annual training for all police officers, focusing on fair and impartial policing, cultural diversity, and de-escalation tactics.
Encourages states to enact laws requiring independent investigation and prosecution of deadly force incidents by law enforcement.
States complying with these requirements are eligible for federal grants to support these initiatives.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_738
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Police Training and Independent Review Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_738.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates annual training for all police officers, focusing on fair and impartial policing, cultural diversity, and de-escalation tactics.
  • Encourages states to enact laws requiring independent investigation and prosecution of deadly force incidents by law enforcement.
  • States complying with these requirements are eligible for federal grants to support these initiatives.
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. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

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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