To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize the use of grant amounts for providing training and resources for first responders on the use of containment devices to prevent secondary exposure to fentanyl and other potentially lethal substances, and purchasing such containment devices for use by first responders.
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ReportedReported by Mr. Grassley, without amendment
Mr. Grassley (for himself, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. Durbin, Mrs. Moody, …
Mr. Grassley (for himself and Ms. Klobuchar) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act to authorize use of COPS grant funds for training first responders on containment devices to prevent secondary exposure to fentanyl and other lethal substances.
Who Benefits and How
First responders gain protection from accidental fentanyl exposure. Law enforcement agencies receive funding for containment equipment. Officer safety improves through proper handling training.
Who Bears the Burden and How
COPS program funds used for new eligible purpose. Agencies must train responders on containment device use. No additional appropriation required.
Key Provisions
- Adds paragraph (4) to Section 3021(a) eligible uses
- Covers training on containment device use
- Covers purchasing containment devices
- Addresses fentanyl and other potentially lethal substances
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Authorizes COPS grants for first responder fentanyl containment training and equipment
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Protect first responders from fentanyl exposure during operations"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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