Bills/H.R. 309

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act.

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act.

In CommitteeJudiciaryHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
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Plain Language Summary

# Plain Language Summary: HR 309 **What the Bill Does** This bill would provide temporary federal funding through the Department of the Interior to support the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. Specifically, the money would help operate and improve programs at the National Law Enforcement Museum, including community outreach efforts, public education initiatives, and programs focused on officer safety and wellness. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily benefits law enforcement officers and their families, as well as the general public. The National Law Enforcement Museum uses its programs to educate communities about policing, honor fallen officers, and support the wellbeing of current officers.

The funding would help expand these services. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Troy Nehls, a Republican from Texas.

CRS Official Summary

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act. [sic]This bill temporarily directs the Department of the Interior to award a grant to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund for the expenses associated with operating and enhancing the community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs of the National Law Enforcement Museum.

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Latest Action

September 18, 2025

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Subjects

Congressional oversightGovernment information and archivesInternet, web applications, social mediaLaw enforcement officersMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centers

Sponsor

123 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
January 9, 2025
Last Updated
September 18, 2025
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