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HR 7163·Federal·house

PUBLIC SAFETY Act

In CommitteeFiled Jan 20, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1] (D)
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Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Jan 20, 2026

Summary

The PUBLIC SAFETY Act would direct new federal funds to local law‑enforcement grant programs, including a specific hiring program for police departments. It also expands the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant by earmarking $45 billion for FY 2025. The measure aims to strengthen public‑safety resources, especially in small jurisdictions and tribal governments.

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