Whitesides Introduces Bill to Restore Funding for Law Enforcement Hiring
Whitesides Introduces Bill to Restore Funding for Law Enforcement Hiring
Source: SCV News
Date: 05/12/2026 6:50pm
Article Summary:
Whitesides Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Restore $1 Billion Annual Funding for Police Hiring Through 2030
During National Police Week, Rep. George Whitesides introduced the COPS Reauthorization Act to restore more than $1 billion annually through 2030 for federal law enforcement hiring grants, aiming to fully fund the Community Oriented Policing Services program. Joined by bipartisan co-sponsors, Whitesides said the bill would help local departments recruit and retain officers, strengthen community policing efforts, and stabilize funding that has faced uncertainty since 2009. Supporters argue the measure is critical to addressing officer shortages and enhancing public safety nationwide.
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Date: 05/12/2026 6:50pm
Article Summary:
Whitesides Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Restore $1 Billion Annual Funding for Police Hiring Through 2030
During National Police Week, Rep. George Whitesides introduced the COPS Reauthorization Act to restore more than $1 billion annually through 2030 for federal law enforcement hiring grants, aiming to fully fund the Community Oriented Policing Services program. Joined by bipartisan co-sponsors, Whitesides said the bill would help local departments recruit and retain officers, strengthen community policing efforts, and stabilize funding that has faced uncertainty since 2009. Supporters argue the measure is critical to addressing officer shortages and enhancing public safety nationwide.
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