Bill > HR3389

This bill directs the Director of the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) at the Department of Justice to develop and make available an online training course for law enforcement professionals about Alzheimer's disease and dementia within one year of the Act's enactment. The training course will comprehensively cover critical skills for interacting with individuals experiencing Alzheimer's or similar cognitive disorders, including specific instructions on recognizing behavioral symptoms, communicating effectively, using non-physical alternatives to restraint, and identifying potential signs of abuse or exploitation. Additionally, the bill recommends that state law enforcement departments and agencies consider this training as part of the required continuing education or certification hours for police officers, correctional officers, and correctional probation officers. By creating this specialized training, the bill aims to improve law enforcement's understanding and response to individuals with dementia, ultimately promoting more compassionate and informed interactions with a vulnerable population.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3389/all-info