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Mandatory data collection on police violence against children for new safety guidelines.

This Act directs the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) to collect and analyze data on incidents where children (under 18) were seriously harmed or killed by law enforcement officers over the past 15 years. The goal is to produce a comprehensive report that will inform new training standards and best practices for police to prevent excessive use of force against minors. This initiative aims to increase transparency and provide a foundation for policies that protect children and rebuild public trust in law enforcement agencies.
Key points
Requires collection of detailed demographic data on victims (age, race, socioeconomic status) and information on officers, training, and incident circumstances.
The report must include recommendations for better police training on handling situations involving children, especially those with disabilities or mental health crises.
Aims to develop federal guidelines and legislation to prevent the excessive use of force by officers against individuals under 18.
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Print number: 118_HR_6456
Sponsor: Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43]
Process start date: 2023-11-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Confronting Police Violence Against Children Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6456.

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 2023-11-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires collection of detailed demographic data on victims (age, race, socioeconomic status) and information on officers, training, and incident circumstances.
  • The report must include recommendations for better police training on handling situations involving children, especially those with disabilities or mental health crises.
  • Aims to develop federal guidelines and legislation to prevent the excessive use of force by officers against individuals under 18.
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. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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