National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act.
Sponsors:
Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22]
Status: Subcommittee Hearings Held
(2025-09-18)
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Plain Language Summary
This bill creates ways to honor and remember police officers who have died while doing their jobs. It sets up programs to help police departments connect better with the communities they serve. The bill also provides support for families of officers who are killed or hurt in the line of duty.
Key Points
- Creates programs to remember and honor law enforcement officers who died while working
- Sets up community outreach programs to help police and local people work together better
- Provides support services for families of officers who are injured or killed on duty
Who This Affects
This bill would affect police officers and their families across the country. It would also affect communities by creating programs that bring police and local residents together. Families who have lost a police officer would receive support services.
Arguments For
- Honors the sacrifice of police officers who risk their lives to keep communities safe
- Helps build trust between police departments and the people they serve through outreach programs
Arguments Against
- May cost taxpayer money to fund remembrance events and support programs
- Some people might prefer funding go to other community safety programs instead
Fiscal Impact
No fiscal impact estimated
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