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Issue · Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice across the country

Every criminal justice bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
191
last 12 weeks
Active states
14
jurisdictions with bills
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United States
110 bills
Stance split
148 for 43 against
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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10245: 9–8–8 and 9–1–1 Integration Act

The 9-8-8 and 9-1-1 Integration Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a multidisciplinary panel that will develop recommendations for training and protocols for emergency dispatchers. The primary goal is to ensure that individuals experiencing behavioral health or substance use crises are connected to appropriate care services rather than being met solely by law enforcement. The panel must consider integrating the 9-8-8 crisis line with the 9-1-1 system, utilizing standardized assessment tools to evaluate caller needs, and implementing training on cultural competency and implicit bias. Additionally, the legislation requires the creation of data collection standards to track response outcomes and disparities while protecting caller privacy, with reports submitted to Congress upon the release of recommendations and every five years thereafter.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes criminal justice reform by diverting behavioral health crises from law enforcement to appropriate care services.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs HHS to improve crisis response protocols for behavioral health and substance use, ensuring access to appropriate care services.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Mental Health Tags Public Safety
Becca Balint (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9845: Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Enhancement Act of 2026

The Public Safety Officers' Benefits Enhancement Act of 2026 modifies how public safety officers can claim federal benefits related to line-of-duty injuries. It simplifies the claims process by removing a requirement that injuries must be caused by factors other than pre-existing cardiovascular risks and extends the time limit for reporting certain incidents from 24 to 72 hours. These changes apply to any benefit claims that are pending or filed after the law is enacted. The bill directly affects public safety officers seeking compensation for work-related injuries.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances benefits for public safety officers, protecting law enforcement personnel and improving their ability to serve.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands benefits and simplifies claims for public safety officers injured on duty, strengthening worker protections.90% confidence
Tags Public Safety
J. Luis Correa (D) · 20 co-sponsors