H.R. 4024: Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act

This bill, known as the Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act, aims to provide funds for law enforcement agencies to hire or rehire additional career law enforcement officers. Here are the main components of the bill:

Funding Allocation

The bill appropriates a total of **$162 million** from the U.S. Treasury for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. This funding is intended to be used for grants that will support the hiring and rehiring of law enforcement officers, as specified under a section of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968.

Requirements for Hiring

If a law enforcement agency utilizes the allocated funds to hire or rehire officers, they must adhere to the following requirements:

• Background Checks: Agencies are required to conduct background checks on potential law enforcement officers to ensure they meet the necessary standards.
• Psychological Evaluations: A psychological evaluation must be performed on the candidates to assess their suitability for the role.

Furthermore, the law enforcement agency is responsible for covering the costs associated with these checks and evaluations either through the appropriated funds or other available funds within the agency.

Emergency Designation

The bill designates the funding as an emergency requirement. This means it is intended to address immediate needs without being subject to standard budgetary constraints. The emergency designation follows provisions outlined in the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.

Impact on Law Enforcement Agencies

The objective of this bill is to enhance public safety by increasing the number of law enforcement officers. The funding is aimed at addressing vacancies that may exist within law enforcement agencies, which can affect their effectiveness in maintaining public order and safety.

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