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“One of the most endearing images of American policing is that of the traditional foot patrol officer walking a beat and twirling a night stick. The image is powerful because it represents an era in policing when police officers were the fabric of the community they served.” — John P. Skinner, Deputy Commissioner of the Baltimore Police Department, American Policing in 2022: Essays on the Future of a Profession, U.S. Department of Justice.
“Over the last decade, local law enforcement agencies have been challenged with increasing threats, such as violent gang and extremist group activity, border securit…
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Foreword
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Transfer of Defense Material to Law Enforcement
Overview of the “1033 Program”
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Obama Administration Military Surplus Review
Excess Military Equipment Transfers, Asset Forfeiture, and Federal Grants
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The COPS Program and Public Safety
Strengthening Community Policing
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Legislative Background on Local Policing
Recent Action by Congress on Law Enforcement Reform
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Cuba Policy
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Fracking and Toxic Chemicals
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Keystone Update
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Immigration Update
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Pro & Con
Are Federal Programs that Provide Military Equipment to State and Local Police Departments Effective?