Bills · HR 2711
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2711Crime and Law Enforcement
Invest to Protect Act of 2025
INTRO APR 8· LAST ACTION APR 8
READING
9MIN
COSPONSORS
50BIPARTISAN
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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Passed Senate
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To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to directly address critical challenges faced by smaller police departments across the country, which often have fewer resources than larger agencies. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to better-trained police officers in your local community, especially in areas like de-escalation and responding to sensitive situations involving vulnerable populations. It also tackles the mental health crisis among law enforcement by funding access to behavioral health services for officers, which can improve officer well-being and performance.
Furthermore, the bill provides tools to combat staffing shortages by helping agencies recruit new officers and retain experienced ones through bonuses and educational support. If the bill doesn't pass, many smaller agencies might continue to struggle with funding these vital trainings, mental health resources, and competitive recruitment efforts, potentially impacting public safety and officer welfare in those communities.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a grant program for local and Tribal governments with fewer than 175 law enforcement officers.
This provides a dedicated funding source for smaller, often under-resourced police departments.
PROVISION 02
Allows grant funds to be used for officer training, including de-escalation, victim-centered training, and active shooter response.
This aims to improve officer skills in critical situations and promote safer interactions with the public.
PROVISION 03
Permits grants to fund access to patient-centered behavioral health services for law enforcement officers.
This addresses officer mental health and well-being, which is crucial for their effectiveness and personal health.
PROVISION 04
Enables grants to provide signing and retention bonuses for law enforcement officers, and graduate education stipends.
This helps address staffing shortages by making it easier for agencies to recruit and retain officers.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Attorney General to create a streamlined application process for grants that can be completed in under 2 hours.
This makes it easier for smaller agencies with limited administrative staff to apply for and receive much-needed funding.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 50
D· New Jersey
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
93
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 52%
DEM 37 REP 13 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 8
Introduced in House
APR 8
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2711
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 8, 2025
Last actionApr 8, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 8, 2025
House BillHR 2711Crime and Law Enforcement
Invest to Protect Act of 2025
INTRODUCED APR 8, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 8, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
9 min
COSPONSORS
50
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
