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Improved Data and Safety for Native Communities Act

This act aims to enhance data collection on missing and murdered individuals from Native communities and strengthen safety in Indian country. It establishes new coordinating positions, grant programs, and streamlines background checks for law enforcement officers, leading to more effective law enforcement actions and increased public safety.
Key points
Appointment of Tribal facilitators to coordinate data on missing and murdered Native persons, aiming for faster case resolution.
Establishment of a grant program to support local and state efforts in responding to missing and murdered cases, improving inter-agency cooperation.
Streamlining background checks for Bureau of Indian Affairs law enforcement applicants to ensure higher quality personnel.
Increased access to mental health and wellness programs for Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal law enforcement officers to address occupational stress.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1292
Sponsor: Rep. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2023-03-01