H.R. 8217 Introduced Crime and Law Enforcement

Next Gen Road Safety Act

To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize law enforcement agencies to use COPS grants for equipment to assist in the prevention and de-escalation of high-speed vehicular pursuits.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Friedman, Laura [D-CA-30] Introduced April 9, 2026 Cosponsors 4 (1 R, 3 D) Latest action April 9, 2026

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  1. Apr 9, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  2. Apr 9, 2026 Introduced in House

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