Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act

Hozzl · 2025-06-17T20:33:01Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2240 Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/17/2025, 8:33 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2240

Bill 119 HR 2240, also known as the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act of 2025, aims to enhance the safety and well-being of law enforcement officers by improving data collection and analysis related to officer injuries, fatalities, and wellness.

The bill requires law enforcement agencies to report detailed information on officer injuries and fatalities to the Department of Justice, which will then compile and analyze the data to identify trends and risk factors. This data will be used to develop best practices for officer safety and wellness, as well as to inform training programs and policies.

Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to support research on officer wellness and mental health, as well as initiatives to improve officer safety through technology and equipment. It also requires the Department of Justice to provide training and resources to help law enforcement agencies implement the data collection and analysis requirements. Overall, the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act of 2025 seeks to promote the health and safety of law enforcement officers by leveraging data-driven approaches to identify and address risks and challenges faced by officers in the line of duty.

Congressional Summary of HR 2240

Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of Justice to report on (1) targeted attacks on law enforcement officers, (2) the feasibility of incorporating such attacks into existing crime reporting systems, and (3) the mental health resources that are available to law enforcement officers.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2240

Bill HR 2240 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 19, 2025. Bill HR 2240 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 21, 2025. Bill HR 2240's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 19, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2240

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Total Number of Cosponsors

115

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2240

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2240

Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act of 2025

To require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.

Comments

Wrenlee Singleton

25,970

7 months ago

I don't really understand this bill, but how will it impact us in the long run?

Matheo King

25,799

7 months ago

I heard about this new law for cops, but I'm not sure what it's all about. Does this mean they'll be safer on the job? I hope so, but I wonder how they're gonna collect all this data. Seems like a big task to me. Can someone explain more about this law?