Bills · HR 2240
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2240Crime and Law Enforcement
Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act
INTRO MAR 21· LAST ACTION MAY 19
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STEP 4 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to provide a clearer, more complete picture of the dangers law enforcement officers face, particularly from violent and ambush attacks, and to understand less severe but still impactful aggressive acts. If this bill becomes law, Congress and the Department of Justice would have more detailed data to inform decisions about officer safety, training, and resource allocation, such as funding for protective gear or mental health support.
Without this bill, decisions about how to protect officers and support their wellness might continue to be based on less comprehensive data, potentially missing critical insights into trends, effective interventions, or gaps in current programs. By requiring an analysis of current systems and recommendations for improvement, it could lead to more targeted and effective strategies to ensure officers are better prepared and protected, potentially improving public safety by supporting those who respond to crime.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Attorney General to submit a report on violent attacks against law enforcement officers.
This report aims to gather comprehensive data on attacks, including ambush incidents, to better understand their nature and frequency.
PROVISION 02
Mandates an analysis of federal, state, and local responses and training programs for violent attacks against officers, along with recommendations for improvement.
This provision seeks to identify best practices and areas for improvement in how law enforcement agencies prepare for and react to officer attacks.
PROVISION 03
Requires an analysis of the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership's effectiveness and limitations.
This helps determine if officers are receiving adequate protective gear and if the program needs adjustments to meet current threats like ambush attacks.
PROVISION 04
Calls for an analysis of current data collection systems, like LEOKA and NIBRS, to identify ways to combine or expand data on officer-involved incidents and officer injuries.
Improving data collection methods can lead to a more accurate and detailed understanding of incidents involving law enforcement.
PROVISION 05
Requires a second report analyzing the feasibility of creating a new category in crime reporting systems for aggressive or trauma-inducing incidents against officers not currently reported.
This could lead to better tracking of incidents that impact officer wellness, even if they don't involve severe injury, potentially informing mental health support.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 22
R· North Carolina
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
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COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 36%
DEM 4 REP 18 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
17 EVENTSMAY 19
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
MAY 15
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 405. (consideration: CR H2071-2077)
MAY 15
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2240, H.R. 2243 and H.R. 2255. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 2240, H.R. 2243, and H.R. 2255. All bills are being considered under a closed rule with each bill having one motion to recommit.
MAY 15
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 2240.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2240
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedMar 21, 2025
Last actionMay 19, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 21, 2025
House BillHR 2240Crime and Law Enforcement
Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act
INTRODUCED MAR 21, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 19, 2025
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READING
8 min
COSPONSORS
22
COMPLEXITY
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