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Emergency Funding to Hire More Police Officers and Boost Public Safety.

This Act allocates $162 million in emergency grants to local agencies specifically for hiring or rehiring career law enforcement officers. This aims to increase police presence and enhance community safety nationwide. Crucially, all officers hired using these funds must undergo mandatory background checks and psychological evaluations to ensure quality standards.
Key points
$162 million in emergency funds dedicated to increasing the number of law enforcement officers.
Mandatory background checks and psychological evaluations required for all officers hired under this program.
The funding is designated as an emergency requirement, allowing for rapid deployment of resources to improve public safety.
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Print number: 118_HR_8420
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2024-05-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8420.

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 2024-05-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • $162 million in emergency funds dedicated to increasing the number of law enforcement officers.
  • Mandatory background checks and psychological evaluations required for all officers hired under this program.
  • The funding is designated as an emergency requirement, allowing for rapid deployment of resources to improve public safety.
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. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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