S-2781 : Still Just a Bill

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers Reform and Improvement Act of 2016

This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to codify the establishment of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

The FLETC must be headed by a director who reports to the DHS Secretary.

The bill sets forth functions of the director and training responsibilities of the FLETC. Additionally, it codifies existing contracting, purchasing, and spending authorities of the FLETC.

Individuals who attend FLETC training must reside in FLETC housing, to the extent practicable.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2016-12-12FloorHeld at the desk.House floor actions
2016-12-12FloorReceived in the House.House floor actions
2016-12-12FloorMessage on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
2016-12-10FloorPassed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote. (text: CR S7105-7106)Senate
2016-12-10FloorMeasure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S7104-7106)Senate
2016-12-10DischargeSenate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.Senate
2016-04-12IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Senate
2016-04-12IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
See Subjects
  • Executive agency funding and structure
  • Federal officials
  • Homeland security
  • Intergovernmental relations
  • Law enforcement administration and funding
  • Law enforcement officers
  • Public contracts and procurement
  • Teaching, teachers, curricula
  • Terrorism
  • Department of Homeland Security

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