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DemocratBill · H.R. 7163· House(119-HR-7163)

PUBLIC SAFETY Act

Rep. Pappas
Age: 46 years
New Hampshire
Introduced
1/20/2026
Last activity
1/20/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
Sponsored by
Chris Pappas
Cosponsors
Democrat - 16Republican - 0
Economics and Public Finance
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "PUBLIC SAFETY Act," aims to allocate funds for local law enforcement grant programs and other purposes. It seeks to amend existing law to fund a "cops hiring program" directed by the Attorney General through September 30, 2030. The legislation also provides for a $45,000,000,000 appropriation for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program for fiscal year 2025. Additionally, the bill includes a waiver for certain requirements for specific jurisdictions.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Is this likely to create jobs?+5

    The bill funds a 'cops hiring program' intended to increase law enforcement employment.

  • Would Native Americans be better off under this?+4

    The bill waives certain grant requirements for Tribal governments with fewer than 175 law enforcement officers.

  • Does this change how police departments operate?+3

    The bill increases funding for local law enforcement through the Byrne JAG and a new cops hiring program.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.