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US HR4024

US HR4024
Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act


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Introduced
06/17/2025
In Committee
06/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL Making emergency supplemental appropriations for the hiring and rehiring of additional career law enforcement officers for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill provides emergency supplemental appropriations of $162 million for fiscal year 2025 to support the hiring and rehiring of additional career law enforcement officers through grants authorized under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act. The bill requires law enforcement agencies using these funds to conduct comprehensive background checks and psychological evaluations for new or rehired officers, with the agencies responsible for covering the costs of these screenings. The funding is designated as an emergency requirement, which allows it to be allocated outside of standard budget constraints, and is intended to help address public safety staffing needs. The bill aims to support local law enforcement agencies by providing financial resources to recruit and thoroughly vet new personnel, with a specific focus on ensuring the quality and psychological fitness of incoming officers. The funds will remain available until expended, giving agencies flexibility in their hiring timelines.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 06/17/2025)

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