Representative Whitesides Introduces National Bill To Restore Full Funding For Local Law Enforcement Hiring Program img:is([sizes="auto" i], [sizes^="auto," i]) { contain-intrinsic-size: 3000px 1500px } Representative Whitesides Intro
Representative Whitesides Introduces National Bill To Restore Full Funding For Local Law Enforcement Hiring Program
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Representative Whitesides Intro
Source: KHTS Hometown Station
Date: 05/13/2026 9:30am
Article Summary:
Rep. George Whitesides Introduces Bill to Fully Restore Federal Funding for Local Police Hiring Program
During National Police Week, Rep. George Whitesides introduced the COPS Reauthorization Act to restore more than $1 billion annually through 2030 for the federal Community Oriented Policing Services program, which funds local law enforcement hiring. The bipartisan bill aims to address officer shortages, expand community policing efforts, and ensure consistent federal support for recruiting and training officers nationwide. Supporters say the measure would strengthen public safety and stabilize funding that has been uncertain for years.
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Date: 05/13/2026 9:30am
Article Summary:
Rep. George Whitesides Introduces Bill to Fully Restore Federal Funding for Local Police Hiring Program
During National Police Week, Rep. George Whitesides introduced the COPS Reauthorization Act to restore more than $1 billion annually through 2030 for the federal Community Oriented Policing Services program, which funds local law enforcement hiring. The bipartisan bill aims to address officer shortages, expand community policing efforts, and ensure consistent federal support for recruiting and training officers nationwide. Supporters say the measure would strengthen public safety and stabilize funding that has been uncertain for years.
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