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Introduced
05/07/2021
05/07/2021
In Committee
11/09/2021
11/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To require States receiving grants under the Byrne grant program and the COPS grant program to have in place laws requiring certain independent investigations of law enforcement officers’ use of deadly force, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Use of Force Accountability Act of 2021, requires states receiving Byrne grant and COPS grant funding to have laws in place that mandate independent investigations of law enforcement officers' use of deadly force. It defines "independent investigation" as a criminal investigation or prosecution conducted by an agency, review board, or independent prosecutor not affiliated with the law enforcement agency involved. The bill also authorizes $750 million in grant funding to assist states in implementing these independent investigation statutes over fiscal years 2022-2025.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 11/09/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3026/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr3026/BILLS-117hr3026ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr3026/BILLS-117hr3026ih.pdf.pdf |
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