S-3956 : Still Just a Bill

End Police Use of Chokeholds Act of 2020

This bill creates a new condition of eligibility for funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program and the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program.

Specifically, to be eligible for grant funds under the COPS program and JAG program, a state or locality must have in effect a law that prohibits law enforcement officers from using a chokehold or carotid hold.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-06-11IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Senate
2020-06-11IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
See Subjects
  • Assault and harassment offenses
  • Cardiovascular and respiratory health
  • Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
  • Detention of persons
  • Law enforcement administration and funding
  • Law enforcement officers

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