Police leaders would get new training to improve community trust and how they respond to tough situations.
This bill would create new training programs for police commanders across the country. These programs would focus on leadership, managing tough situations, and building trust with local communities, aiming to improve how local law enforcement operates. It would also set up a way to certify these training programs and publicly list agencies whose officers complete the training.
Today, the COPS program exists. However, federal law does not specifically define 'command-level personnel.' Nor does it mandate specialized training or certification for them in areas like leadership or community trust. After this bill, 'command-level personnel' would be clearly defined. The Attorney General would be required to create or find specific training programs for them. It would also set up a way to certify these programs and publicly list agencies whose officers complete the training. These changes would take effect within 180 days to a year after the bill becomes law.
HR 8849 · 119th Congress · May 15, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 4/10
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