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Proposed 'Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act'

Original title: Text of Senate Amendment 6446

June 24, 2026

law enforcement public safety data collection mental health congressional reporting

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The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this amendment would mandate the Department of Justice to survey and analyze national law enforcement training, mental health resources, and reporting gaps, potentially shaping future federal funding and legislative priorities for police departments nationwide.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Law enforcement officers

The amendment mandates the collection of data regarding their safety, mental health, and exposure to violent or aggressive incidents.

Federal, State, and Tribal law enforcement agencies

These agencies will be consulted for data and surveys regarding their training programs, responses to attacks, and mental health resources.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

This proposed amendment requires the U.S. Attorney General to produce three comprehensive reports within 270 days of enactment regarding violence against police, aggressive non-criminal conduct toward officers, and officer mental health. The goal is to improve federal, state, and local data collection to better inform future policy and resource allocation for law enforcement safety.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main purpose of this amendment?

It aims to improve the quality and scope of data collected by the federal government regarding violence against police officers and the mental health challenges they face.

Does this amendment change current law enforcement funding?

No, it primarily mandates research and reporting to Congress, which may inform future legislative or funding decisions.

Who is responsible for writing these reports?

The Attorney General, in consultation with the FBI and the National Institute of Justice.

Why It Matters

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Expansion of Crime Data Scope

The amendment signals a shift toward tracking 'aggressive actions' that do not currently meet the legal threshold for criminal reporting, suggesting a desire to capture a broader spectrum of officer-related trauma.

Attorney General Federal Bureau of Investigation

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on the Judiciary of the Senate“Recipient of the mandated reports.”Map →

organizationFederal Bureau of Investigation“Consulted for data collection and reporting.”Map →

personMr. Grassley“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

personAttorney General“Responsible for conducting the required studies and reports.”Map →

organizationNational Institute of Justice“Consulted for research and analysis.”Map →

organizationCommittee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives“Recipient of the mandated reports.”Map →

personMr. Lujan“U.S. Senator who co-submitted the amendment.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.govinfo.gov

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