Sponsors (6)
The resolution expands support for community policing to improve police resources, community relations, and officer safety, but it requires public funding and may fall short unless accompanied by broader accountability and reform measures.
State and local law enforcement agencies are more likely to receive funding and support for community policing programs, increasing training, staffing, and resources available to police departments.
Urban and rural communities could experience improved relations with police and reductions in violent and property crime over the long term when community policing is implemented.
Police officers may face fewer on-the-job risks and improved safety because stronger trust and collaboration with communities can reduce confrontations and misunderstandings.
Taxpayers and state/local governments may face increased spending or must reallocate funds to support community policing programs, potentially diverting resources from other public services.
Communities and law enforcement may see limited benefit if emphasis on community policing is not paired with broader reforms and accountability measures, because it does not alone address systemic misconduct.
Based on analysis of 2 sections of legislative text.
Expresses support for community policing, states it builds trust and can reduce crime, and urges that state and local law enforcement be given necessary resources.
Expresses support for community policing and states findings that police officers are essential to public safety. It emphasizes that community policing—built on trust, mutual respect, and long-term commitment—improves relationships between law enforcement and communities, encourages dialogue about shared challenges, and can help reduce violent and property crime. Declares a purpose that community policing should be supported so that State and local law enforcement have the necessary resources to carry out those practices. The text is primarily a statement of values and priorities rather than a directive that creates new programs or funding.
Introduced October 7, 2025 by Jeanne Shaheen · Last progress October 7, 2025