S 1595 119th Congress Senate In Progress

Improving Police CARE Act

Latest action: Held at the desk. · Aug 1, 2025

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Legislative Summary

Improving Police Critical Aid for Responding to Emergencies Act or the Improving Police CARE Act This bill requires the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) within the Department of Justice to develop and publish performance standards for trauma kits that are eligible to be purchased using funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program. Additionally, the BJA must develop and publish best practices for the use, deployment, and maintenance of trauma kits by law enforcement agencies.

Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS).

Sponsor
Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Independent · TX
Cosponsors (7)
Sen. WhitehouseSen. TillisSen. CoonsSen. RoundsSen. DurbinSen. MoodySen. Hassan

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