What does Preamble of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This bill aims to hold law enforcement accountable for misconduct in court. It seeks to improve transparency through data collection. The bill also intends to reform police training and policies.

What does DEFINITIONS. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. The 'Byrne grant program' refers to grant programs under subpart 1 of part E of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. The 'COPS grant program' is defined as the program authorized under section 1701 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. A 'Federal law enforcement agency' is any agency of the United States authorized to engage in or supervise the prevention, detection, investigation, or prosecution of any violation of Federal criminal law. The definition of 'deadly force' includes actions likely to cause death or serious bodily harm, such as discharging a firearm or using a maneuver that restricts blood flow to the brain. “Use of force” includes a wide range of actions, from using a firearm to pointing one at an individual. “Less lethal force” is defined as force that is not likely to cause death or serious bodily injury. “Facial recognition” is defined as an automated or semiautomated process that analyzes biometric data to identify an individual.

What does DEPRIVATION OF RIGHTS UNDER COLOR OF LAW. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 242 of Title 18, United States Code. The amendment changes the required mental state from 'willfully' to 'knowingly or recklessly'. The amendment removes the possibility of a death sentence. The amendment adds a definition for determining when an act resulted in death, stating it occurs if the act was a 'substantial factor contributing to the death of the person'.

What does QUALIFIED IMMUNITY REFORM. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 1979 of the Revised Statutes (42 U.S.C. 1983). The amendment removes 'good faith' and 'lack of clear law' as defenses or immunities in actions brought against law enforcement officers. The term 'local law enforcement officer' is defined in section 2 of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025. The term 'Federal investigative or law enforcement officer' is defined in section 2680(h) of title 28, United States Code.

What does PATTERN AND PRACTICE INVESTIGATIONS. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 to expand subpoena authority for pattern and practice investigations, allowing prosecutors to utilize this authority. State attorneys general are authorized to bring civil actions in federal court to obtain relief for violations of subsection (a). The Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice is required to publish annual reports on preliminary investigations of violations. The Attorney General is authorized to award grants to states to assist in conducting pattern and practice investigations. The Attorney General is required to collect data on excessive force, and state attorneys general may also collect such data, provided it does not reveal identities. Funds from the Byrne and COPS grant programs may not be provided to law enforcement agencies with contractual arrangements that prevent the Attorney General from enforcing equitable or declaratory relief.

What does INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIONS. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes definitions related to independent investigations of law enforcement officers' use of deadly force. It authorizes the Attorney General to award grants to States and Indian Tribes to implement independent investigation statutes. To be eligible for a grant, a State or Indian Tribe must have an independent investigation of law enforcement statute in effect. A total of $750,000,000 is authorized for appropriations for this grant program for fiscal years 2026 through 2028. The section amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to include provisions related to civilian review boards, including defining what constitutes a civilian review board. The definition of 'independent prosecutor' specifies that they should not regularly rely on the law enforcement agency employing the officer under investigation.

What does SHORT TITLE. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This subtitle is formally titled the Law Enforcement Trust and Integrity Act of 2025.

What does DEFINITIONS. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section defines terms used within the subtitle. “Community-based organization” is defined as a grassroots organization monitoring police misconduct with a local or national presence and membership, providing examples like the NAACP and ACLU. “Law enforcement accreditation organization” refers to a professional organization developing accreditation standards for law enforcement agencies. “Law enforcement agency” includes State, local, Indian tribal, or campus public agencies involved in criminal law enforcement. “Professional law enforcement association” is a membership association supporting law enforcement agencies and engaging with the civilian community, with examples like HAPCOA and the IACP. “Professional civilian oversight organization” is a membership organization focused on advancing civilian oversight of law enforcement, citing NACOLE as an example.

What does ACCREDITATION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes requirements and processes related to the accreditation of law enforcement agencies. The Attorney General is directed to analyze existing accreditation standards and methodology nationwide, including recommendations from the President's Taskforce on 21st Century Policing. The Attorney General shall recommend additional standards to promote community accountability and a 'guardian mentality' in policing, covering areas like use of force, civilian review, and data transparency. The Attorney General will partner with various organizations to continue developing accreditation standards and encourage law enforcement agencies to pursue accreditation. Section 502(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 is amended to require grant applicants to allocate at least 5% of grant funds to assist law enforcement agencies in gaining or maintaining accreditation. The Attorney General is directed to allocate Department of Justice discretionary grant funding only to States or local governments that require their law enforcement agencies to gain and maintain accreditation.

What does LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANTS. of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes a grant program for community organizations and modifies existing requirements for law enforcement grant recipients. Grant recipients are required to use at least 5% of their grant funding to study and implement standards and programs to promote effective community and problem-solving strategies. The Attorney General may award grants to community-based organizations to study and implement strategies for public safety, including those not reliant on law enforcement responses. Funds may be used to study law enforcement management and operations standards, including areas like use of force, racial profiling, and early warning systems. Pilot programs developed under this section must include training on topics such as de-escalation tactics, investigation of officer misconduct, and interactions with vulnerable populations. The section outlines requirements for recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion of diverse law enforcement officers. It mandates the establishment of complaint procedures, including civilian review boards, and emphasizes data collection and transparency. The Attorney General may provide technical assistance and develop models to reduce law enforcement misconduct. Grant recipients are subject to monitoring and evaluation, including potential independent audits of police behavior. Funding may be revoked or suspended if a recipient is not in substantial compliance with the section's requirements. The term 'civilian review board' is defined as an independent entity with investigatory authority and subpoena power.