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Improving Law Enforcement Safety and Wellness Through Data Collection

This act aims to enhance the safety and mental well-being of law enforcement officers by mandating the collection of detailed data on attacks against them and their mental health support needs. This initiative will help citizens better understand the challenges faced by law enforcement, potentially leading to more effective measures for their protection and support, and ultimately contributing to increased public safety.
Key points
Requires data collection on attacks against officers, including ambush attacks, to better understand threats.
Analyzes training programs and protective gear for officers to improve their defense against violent attacks.
Assesses the needs and availability of mental health support for officers to improve their well-being.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-05-15
87%
For 356
Against 55
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7581
Sponsor: Rep. Bishop, Dan [R-NC-8]
Process start date: 2024-03-07
Voting date: 2024-05-15
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 203