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DemocratBill · H.R. 8217· House(119-HR-8217)

Next Gen Road Safety Act

Rep. Friedman
Age: 60 years
California
Introduced
4/9/2026
Last activity
4/9/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Laura Friedman
Cosponsors
Democrat - 3Republican - 1
Crime and Law Enforcement
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Next Gen Road Safety Act," proposes an amendment to the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. It seeks to change how COPS grants can be used by law enforcement agencies. Specifically, the bill would authorize these grants to be used for the procurement of certain equipment. This equipment is intended to help agencies prevent and de-escalate high-speed vehicular pursuits. Examples of such equipment include vehicle-disabling systems, police bumper systems, and drones.

Yes· 3 of 9

  • Would people in cities be better off under this?+3

    Urban areas often experience high-speed chases; de-escalation tools increase safety for residents.

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+3

    De-escalation tools increase safety for road users in rural high-speed corridors.

  • Does this change how police departments operate?+3

    The bill provides tools to de-escalate high-speed chases, potentially reducing police-involved accidents.

The opposite

  • Does this protect people from being watched or searched?-1

    Increased use of drones by law enforcement may negatively impact individual privacy.