IACP's National Police Week Legislative Update
National Police Week: Honoring Policing and Advancing National Priorities
As we came together this week to honor the service and sacrifice of policing professionals during National Police Week, Congress advanced several legislative initiatives.
House Action
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed three bills aimed at addressing the needs of the policing profession.
- H.R. 2243 - LEOSA Reform Act
This has been a long-term priority of the IACP and we voiced our support for this bill. The IACP looks forward to working with the Senate to continue to advance this legislation. - H.R. 2240 – Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act
The IACP voiced our support for this legislation, and we look forward to working with the Senate to continue to advance this legislation. - H.R. 2255 – Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2025
In the last Congress, all three of these bills passed the House, and they will now need to be considered by the Senate. If passed by the Senate, they could move to the President’s desk to be signed into law.
Senate Action
In a bipartisan effort, the Senate Judiciary Committee marked up and voted to advance a package of eight policing-focused bills. Each bill was ordered to be reported out favorably, meaning the committee formally approved the legislation to move to the next stage. The next step in the legislative process is consideration by the full Senate, where each bill may be brought to the floor for debate and a vote. The bills advanced are intended to enhance officer safety, expand access to mental health and trauma care, support recruitment and retention, and ensure families of fallen and injured officers receive essential resources.
- S. 180 – Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act
Helps safeguard officers and first responders from accidental exposure to fentanyl and other dangerous substances by supporting access to training and containment tools using existing DOJ resources. - S. 1563 – Retired Law Enforcement Officers Continuing Service Act
Addresses staffing shortages by allowing agencies to hire retired officers in non-enforcement roles such as investigations, training, and mentorship. - S. 419 – Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act
Extends the authority of DOJ to provide grants that fund mental health programs, peer support, and suicide prevention services for policing professionals. - S. 911 – Chief Herbert D. Proffitt Act
Ensures that surviving families of retired officers who are killed as a result of prior service remain eligible for PSOB benefits. The bill honors Chief Herbert D. Proffitt, who was killed by an individual he had previously arrested. - S. 1316 – Strong Communities Act
Supports recruitment and retention by encouraging officers to live and work in the same communities. The bill provides incentives for departments to prioritize local hires who reflect the communities they serve. - S. 1595 – Improving Police CARE Act
Authorizes BJAG funding for the purchase of trauma kits for policing professionals and directs DOJ to develop best practices for their deployment, training, and maintenance.
IACP Police Week Activity
- The IACP Governing Body held its Board Meetings in Alexandria, Virginia, in conjunction with National Police Week.
FBI Director Kash Patel joins the IACP Board meeting FBI Director Kash Patel joined the IACP Board Meeting to share updates on the FBI’s priorities and to discuss strengthening partnerships with state, local, and tribal law enforcement.
- IACP staff participated in a Coffee with Cops event hosted by Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Mike Johnson.
- Staff also attended the FBI’s Wall of Honor Memorial Service, honoring fallen agents and personnel.
- IACP representatives took part in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s Law Enforcement Summit, focusing on drug enforcement challenges and future collaboration.
- President Walker, Executive Director/CEO Vince Talucci, and Deputy Executive Director Terry Cunningham attended the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Annual Candlelight Vigil. President Walker and CEO Talucci had the profound honor of reading the names of fallen officers—a solemn tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
- President Walker also attended a commemorative ceremony at the Embassy of France, honoring fallen French police and gendarmerie officers.
- IACP staff joined Pizza for Police with U.S. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer.
- President Walker and CEO Talucci participated in a law enforcement roundtable with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi.
- President Walker attended the National Fraternal Order of Police Annual Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at the U.S. Capitol, where he was honored to sit on the dais during the ceremony.
IACP President Walker and U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem Deputy Executive Director Terry Cunningham attended a coffee event in honor of law enforcement with U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.
- President Walker and CEO Talucci joined a law enforcement roundtable with U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, and attended the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony, honoring fallen CBP personnel.
Stay Engaged!
IACP remains committed to ensuring the voice of the policing profession is heard at the highest levels of government. From letters of support to direct congressional engagement, IACP’s advocacy is grounded in the needs of those serving on the front lines.
We will continue to keep you informed as these efforts progress and new opportunities arise. If you have any questions about IACP’s advocacy efforts or would like to connect further, please contact IACP’s Legislative Affairs team at [email protected].
