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Federal Funding Cut for Police Agencies Employing Non-Citizen Officers.

This bill aims to prohibit federal funding for any law enforcement agency that employs officers who are not U.S. citizens. This change restricts the hiring pool for police departments exclusively to citizens, potentially impacting agency staffing levels and overall budgets. Citizens may see changes in local police department resources if their agency currently employs non-citizens and relies on federal grants.
Key points
Law enforcement agencies employing non-citizens will lose access to federal government funding.
The legislation mandates that only U.S. citizens can serve as law enforcement officers in agencies receiving federal money.
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Print number: 118_HR_9397
Sponsor: Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]
Process start date: 2024-08-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COP Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9397.

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 2024-08-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Law enforcement agencies employing non-citizens will lose access to federal government funding.
  • The legislation mandates that only U.S. citizens can serve as law enforcement officers in agencies receiving federal money.
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. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3].

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 2025-12-26.

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