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The House passed H.R. 2240, a bill requiring the Department of Justice to study and report on violent attacks against law enforcement officers and research ways to improve officer wellness. The measure passed with overwhelming bipartisan support.
This vote was on H.R. 2240, the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act. The bill requires the U.S. Attorney General to investigate violent attacks on police, specifically focusing on unprovoked 'ambush' style attacks. It also tasks the Department of Justice with finding better ways to track less-severe incidents that cause trauma or stress for officers, aiming to improve training and mental health support. This was a 'vote on passage,' which is the final step for a bill in the House of Representatives. To pass, the bill needed a simple majority—more 'yes' votes than 'no' votes. Because it received 403 'yes' votes, the House successfully approved the measure. Having passed the House, the bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. If the Senate also passes it and the President signs it, it will become law. The vote showed very strong cooperation between parties, with nearly all Republicans and the vast majority of Democrats voting in favor.
The bill has been received in the Senate, where it was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary for review.
OPEN BILL →Why it matters. Comprehensive data on ambush attacks and officer injuries can lead to more targeted federal funding for protective equipment and mental health resources.
Who’s affected. Law Enforcement Officers: Likely to see improved safety protocols and training based on the Department of Justice findings. · Department of Justice: Required to conduct major studies and develop new reporting categories for officer-involved incidents.
Democrats. The vast majority of Democrats voted in favor, though 11 members voted against the measure.
Republicans. The Republican caucus was unified in support, with all 212 voting members casting 'yes' votes.
On Passage
May 15, 2025
The House passed H.R.
2240, a bill requiring the Department of Justice to study and report on violent attacks against law enforcement officers and research ways to improve officer wellness. The measure passed with overwhelming bipartisan support.
A vote on passage is the final decision by the House on whether to approve a bill. A 'yes' vote means the member wants the bill to move forward toward becoming law, while a 'no' vote is an attempt to stop it.
The bill has been received in the Senate, where it was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary for review.
Comprehensive data on ambush attacks and officer injuries can lead to more targeted federal funding for protective equipment and mental health resources.
The bill passed with nearly unanimous support across party lines, reflecting a strong bipartisan consensus on law enforcement safety data.
The vast majority of Democrats voted in favor, though 11 members voted against the measure.
The Republican caucus was unified in support, with all 212 voting members casting 'yes' votes.
The single independent member voted in favor of the bill.