Senate
Jun 24, 2020

Law Enforcement De-Escalation Training Act of 2020

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Law Enforcement De-Escalation Training Act of 2020 This bill requires the Department of Justice (DOJ) to develop law enforcement training curricula in alternatives to the use of force, de-escalation tactics, and techniques for safely responding to a person experiencing a behavioral health crisis. DOJ shall also make grants to states for law enforcement officers to acquire such training from the DOJ or an equivalent program offered by a DOJ-certified entity.

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Introduced(6/24/20)
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
President
Law

Sponsor

JC

Mr. Cornyn

Senate (R) Texas

Cosponsors (1)

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Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Jun 24, 2020