H.R. 2240: Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act of 2025, aims to address the safety and well-being of law enforcement officers in the United States by requiring the Attorney General to collect and report data on violent attacks against these officers. Here’s a breakdown of the key components of the bill:

Findings

The bill starts with findings indicating that:

• There is a noted increase in violence against law enforcement officers, with 60 officers killed in the line of duty in 2022.
• Many incidents involve unprovoked attacks or ambushes.
• The mental health of officers is adversely affected by the stresses of their work and recruitment challenges.
• A comprehensive data collection on violence against police is critical for allocating resources and enhancing officer safety.

Reporting Requirements

The bill mandates the Attorney General to submit several reports related to law enforcement officer safety within 270 days of its enactment:

1. Attacks on Law Enforcement Officers

This report will include:

• The number of offenders targeting officers due to their status.
• Information on coordinated attacks against officers.
• A description of federal responses to ambushes.
• A survey of state and local responses to such attacks.
• Recommendations for improving responses to ambushes.
• Analysis of training programs for officers preparing for violent attacks.
• An assessment of the effectiveness of protective gear distribution programs.
• Analysis of data collection systems related to incidents involving officers.

2. Aggression Against Law Enforcement Officers

This report will focus on the possibility of creating a new reporting category for aggressive acts that aren’t classified as crimes, including:

• Framework for implementing the new category in crime reporting systems.
• Engagement strategies for law enforcement agencies regarding data reporting.
• Potential uses for the data collected on aggressive actions.

3. Mental Health and Wellness

This section requires an analysis of:

• The impact of trauma-inducing incidents on officers' mental health.
• Resources available for mental health support and their usage rates.
• The need for mental health screenings in law enforcement agencies.
• Additional legislative measures to support the mental wellness of officers.

Stakeholder Consultation

For all reports, the Attorney General, along with relevant directors, must consult various stakeholders, including:

• Federal, State, Tribal, and local law enforcement agencies.
• Nongovernmental organizations and other relevant entities.

Overall Purpose

The overall purpose of the bill is to enhance the safety and wellness of law enforcement officers through a structured approach to data collection and analysis regarding violent attacks and mental health challenges faced by officers. By collecting this information, the bill aims to improve training and resource allocation for law enforcement, ultimately contributing to officer safety and well-being.

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