An Act to enhance law enforcement capabilities through expanded hiring initiatives, establish a federal procurement consortium for cost savings, provide for transfer of surplus military equipment to law enforcement agencies, implement evidence-based crime prevention programs, expand community partnership initiatives, and strengthen accountability mechanisms; to amend the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 and the National Police Act, 1699; among other purposes
The Crime Prevention and Reduction Act, 1750 is proposed comprehensive legislation to expand law enforcement capabilities, reduce crime through evidence-based prevention programs, and improve efficiency through centralized procurement and equipment sharing across the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie. Introduced jointly by Secretary of JusticeJennifer Gonzalez and Deputy Marcus Thibault, the Act builds upon the foundation established by the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 while adding new initiatives focused on cost efficiency, evidence-based practices, and community partnerships.
The Act establishes the Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium to achieve significant cost savings through bulk purchasing of equipment, vehicles, and supplies. It creates the Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program to provide surplus military equipment to law enforcement agencies. The legislation expands hiring incentives for the Federal Gendarmerie of Nouvelle Alexandrie and regional police forces beyond those provided in the 1747 Act. It implements evidence-based crime prevention strategies including hot spot policing, predictive analytics, focused deterrence programs, and swift and certain sanctions for probation violations.
Despite the substantial investments authorized by the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747, which appropriated NAX€47.5 billion over five years for law enforcement modernization, crime rates remain elevated across the Federation. The Federal Gendarmerie of Nouvelle Alexandrie reports a persistent shortage of qualified personnel, with many regional and local departments operating at 70-80% of authorized strength. The 1747 Act authorized hiring 25,000 new police officers, 5,000 investigators, 3,500 specialized personnel, and 1,200 additional Federal Gendarmerie agents, but recruitment has fallen short of targets due to competition with private sector employment and insufficient incentives.
Analysis by the Department of Justice revealed significant inefficiencies in law enforcement procurement. Individual departments purchasing equipment separately pay substantially higher prices than necessary. A study examining patrol vehicle purchases found that small departments pay an average of NAX€35,000 per vehicle while bulk purchases could reduce costs to NAX€24,500, representing potential savings of 30%. Similar inefficiencies exist across all categories of law enforcement equipment, from body armor to communications systems to forensic technology. The total potential savings from centralized procurement are estimated at NAX€2.1 billion annually across all federal, regional, and local law enforcement agencies.
The Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie maintain substantial inventories of surplus equipment from modernization programs and force structure changes. This equipment, including tactical vehicles, communications systems, protective gear, and specialized equipment, could benefit law enforcement agencies but lacks a systematic distribution mechanism. Regional and local agencies, particularly in rural areas, lack resources to acquire specialized equipment needed for counter-terrorism, disaster response, and high-risk operations. A coordinated surplus equipment transfer program could provide valuable capabilities to law enforcement while reducing storage costs and disposal expenses for military equipment.
Research on crime prevention strategies demonstrates that evidence-based approaches yield significantly better results than traditional patrol-based policing. Hot spot policing, which concentrates visible police presence in the 5% of locations accounting for 50% of crime, reduces crime in targeted areas by 16-25% without significant displacement to surrounding areas. Predictive policing using data analytics allows optimal resource allocation. Focused deterrence programs targeting chronic offenders and gang members reduce gang violence by 30-60%. Swift and certain sanctions programs for probation violations, using immediate short jail stays rather than long delayed punishments, reduce recidivism by 55%. Despite strong evidence supporting these approaches, most New Alexandrian law enforcement agencies have not adopted them due to lack of training, technology, and funding.
Community partnership programs show strong effectiveness but remain underfunded. Neighborhood watch programs integrated with police communications reduce property crime by 20-30%. Youth intervention programs providing after-school activities, mentorship, and employment reduce juvenile crime by 20-30% in high-crime areas. Business improvement districts employing private security coordinated with police reduce commercial crime substantially. Economic opportunity programs providing job training and small business support in high-crime areas address root causes of criminal activity. The 1747 Act provided initial funding for community policing, but substantial expansion is needed to achieve widespread impact.
The Chop Chop Shops crisis in New Luthoria and organized crime investigations across the Federation demonstrate the need for enhanced law enforcement capabilities, coordinated intelligence sharing, and sustained pressure on criminal enterprises. Secretary of Justice Jennifer Gonzalez and Deputy Marcus Thibault collaborated to develop legislation addressing these challenges through practical, cost-effective solutions focused on proven strategies.
Key Provisions
The Act appropriates NAX€2.8 billion over five years for new crime prevention and law enforcement enhancement programs. The Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium receives NAX€150 million for establishment and five years of operations, with projected savings of NAX€2.1 billion annually once fully implemented. The Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program receives NAX€200 million for transportation, refurbishment, training, and administration of surplus military equipment transfers. Enhanced hiring incentives for the Federal Gendarmerie of Nouvelle Alexandrie receive NAX€800 million over five years for signing bonuses, education benefits, housing assistance, and competitive salary increases. Regional and local police hiring grants receive NAX€750 million providing federal matching funds for new officer positions. Evidence-based crime prevention programs receive NAX€900 million for hot spot policing initiatives, predictive policing technology, crime prevention through environmental design grants, focused deterrence programs, and swift and certain sanctions implementation.
The Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium consolidates purchasing power across federal, regional, and local law enforcement agencies to achieve substantial cost savings through bulk orders. The Consortium establishes an online ordering portal with pre-negotiated contracts for vehicles, equipment, technology, uniforms, and supplies. All agencies receiving federal funds under this Act or the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 must participate in the Consortium for eligible purchases. The Consortium maintains regional distribution centers ensuring rapid delivery and maintains approved vendor lists with quality standards. Equipment categories include patrol vehicles, motorcycles, specialty vehicles, body armor and protective equipment, firearms and less-lethal weapons, communications equipment, computers and software, surveillance technology, forensic equipment, and uniforms and gear.
The Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program provides surplus military equipment from the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie to law enforcement agencies. Eligible equipment includes tactical vehicles for high-risk operations and disaster response, aircraft and helicopters for surveillance and transportation, boats and maritime equipment for coastal and riverine operations, night vision and thermal imaging technology, communications systems and networks, generators and support equipment, body armor and protective gear, non-lethal crowd control equipment, and specialized tools and technology. Agencies must submit needs assessments justifying requests, complete mandatory training before receiving equipment, report annually on equipment use and condition, and return unused equipment after two years. The program prohibits transfer of weaponized aircraft or vehicles, offensive weapons systems, surveillance equipment requiring warrants without proper legal authority, and equipment violating civil liberties protections.
Legislative History
Legislative History of the Crime Prevention and Reduction Act, 1750
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Bill as submitted to the "Hopper" of the Federal Assembly, 1750 AN
CRIME PREVENTION AND REDUCTION ACT, 1750
THE READING OF
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Enhance federal, regional, and local law enforcement capabilities through expanded hiring initiatives and competitive incentives; establish a Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium to achieve cost savings through centralized purchasing; create a Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program to provide surplus military equipment to law enforcement; implement evidence-based crime prevention strategies including hot spot policing, predictive analytics, focused deterrence, and swift sanctions; expand community partnership and economic opportunity programs; strengthen accountability and performance management systems; and amend the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 and the National Police Act, 1699; among other purposes.
BE IT ENACTED by the King's Most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Cortes Federales, in this present session assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:-
PART I GENERAL PROVISIONS.
Article 1: Citation.
This Act may be cited as the "Crime Prevention and Reduction Act, 1750".
despite investments under the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747, law enforcement agencies continue to face personnel shortages and resource constraints;
recruitment of qualified law enforcement personnel remains below targets due to competition with private sector employment;
individual agencies purchasing equipment separately pay substantially higher prices than necessary, wasting public resources;
The Secretary of Justice, in coordination with the Secretary of the Interior, shall allocate appropriated funds in accordance with the priorities and requirements established by this Act.
PART II FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT PROCUREMENT CONSORTIUM.
Article 4: Establishment of the Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium.
There is hereby established the Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium (hereinafter "the Consortium") to consolidate purchasing power across federal, regional, and local law enforcement agencies.
The Consortium shall establish an approved vendor program requiring vendors to:
meet quality and safety standards established by federal regulations;
provide competitive pricing based on bulk order quantities;
maintain adequate inventory and delivery capabilities;
provide warranties, maintenance agreements, and technical support;
comply with federal labor and employment standards;
meet environmental and sustainability requirements where applicable.
The Consortium shall maintain a publicly available list of approved vendors and their contract terms.
Vendors failing to meet standards may be suspended or removed from the approved vendor list following notice and opportunity to remedy deficiencies.
Article 7: Pricing and cost savings.
The Consortium shall negotiate pricing based on projected annual volumes across all participating agencies.
The Consortium shall achieve and maintain average cost savings of at least 20% compared to individual agency purchases for commonly purchased items.
The Consortium shall track and publicly report cost savings achieved through the program on a quarterly basis.
Savings achieved through the Consortium may be reallocated by participating agencies for additional equipment, personnel, or training as needed.
Article 8: Regional distribution centers.
The Consortium shall establish at least six regional distribution centers strategically located to serve all Regions of the Federation.
Distribution centers shall:
maintain inventory of commonly ordered items for rapid delivery;
provide warehousing for bulk orders pending distribution to individual agencies;
coordinate delivery logistics to minimize transportation costs;
provide technical inspection and quality control before delivery.
Article 9: Funding for Consortium operations.
There is appropriated NAX€30,000,000 annually for five years for establishment and operation of the Consortium.
Funds shall be used for:
personnel costs for procurement specialists, contract administrators, logistics coordinators, and support staff;
establishing and operating regional distribution centers including facilities, equipment, and personnel;
developing and maintaining the online ordering portal and supporting information technology systems;
vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and quality monitoring;
providing technical assistance and training to participating agencies.
PART III FEDERAL EQUIPMENT TRANSFER AND REUSE PROGRAM.
Article 10: Establishment of the Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program.
There is hereby established the Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program (hereinafter "the Transfer Program") to provide surplus military equipment from the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie to law enforcement agencies.
The Transfer Program shall establish procedures for identifying surplus military equipment appropriate for law enforcement use, screening and approving agency requests, refurbishing and transporting equipment, providing necessary training, and monitoring equipment use and compliance.
Article 11: Eligible equipment.
Equipment eligible for transfer under the Program includes:
tactical vehicles including armored personnel carriers, mine-resistant vehicles, and command vehicles for high-risk operations, disaster response, and emergency management;
aircraft including helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft for surveillance, transportation, search and rescue, and disaster response;
boats, patrol vessels, and maritime equipment for coastal security, riverine operations, and water rescue;
night vision equipment, thermal imaging systems, and optical surveillance technology;
communications equipment including secure radios, satellite communications, and network infrastructure;
generators, lighting systems, and support equipment for emergency operations and disaster response;
body armor, helmets, protective gear, and ballistic shields;
non-lethal crowd control equipment including barriers, less-lethal launchers, and protective equipment;
medical equipment, field hospitals, and emergency medical supplies;
specialized tools, equipment, and technology approved by the Secretary of Justice.
Article 12: Prohibited equipment.
The following equipment is prohibited from transfer under the Transfer Program:
weaponized aircraft, armed drones, or vehicles equipped with offensive weapons systems;
offensive weapons including crew-served weapons, explosive devices, grenades, or weapons of mass destruction;
surveillance equipment designed to intercept communications or conduct warrantless surveillance in violation of constitutional protections;
any equipment whose transfer would violate civil liberties, privacy rights, or other constitutional protections;
any equipment prohibited by federal law or regulation for use by civilian law enforcement.
Article 13: Application and approval process.
Law enforcement agencies seeking equipment through the Transfer Program must submit applications including:
a detailed needs assessment justifying the request based on legitimate operational requirements;
demonstration that the agency lacks resources to acquire equivalent equipment through normal procurement;
description of intended uses for the equipment;
certification that the equipment will be used only for lawful law enforcement purposes;
commitment to complete all required training before equipment use;
agreement to comply with all program requirements including reporting and return of unused equipment.
The Department of Justice shall review applications and approve or deny requests based on:
legitimacy and necessity of the operational requirement;
agency capacity to properly use, maintain, and account for the equipment;
compliance with federal standards and constitutional requirements;
availability of requested equipment;
equitable distribution among requesting agencies considering size, resources, and needs.
Article 14: Priority allocation.
Priority for equipment allocation shall be given to:
specialized tactical units for counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and high-risk operations;
agencies with border security responsibilities;
agencies in disaster-prone regions requiring emergency response capabilities;
rural agencies covering large geographic areas with limited resources;
agencies operating in high-crime jurisdictions requiring specialized capabilities;
agencies with demonstrated records of professional conduct and constitutional policing practices.
Article 15: Training requirements.
Agencies receiving equipment under the Transfer Program must complete training approved by the Department of Justice before using the equipment.
Training shall cover:
safe operation and maintenance of the equipment;
appropriate tactical employment consistent with agency missions;
legal and constitutional restrictions on equipment use;
de-escalation techniques and appropriate use of force principles;
There is appropriated NAX€160,000,000 annually for five years for enhanced Federal Gendarmerie hiring incentives including:
signing bonuses of NAX€15,000 for new recruits, NAX€25,000 for recruits with specialized skills including cybercrime, financial investigation, languages, or advanced technical expertise;
education benefits including full loan forgiveness up to NAX€50,000 for recruits who complete five years of service;
housing assistance including down payment assistance up to NAX€25,000 for recruits purchasing homes in high-cost areas;
competitive base salary increases ensuring Federal Gendarmerie salaries exceed regional averages by at least 15%;
retention bonuses of NAX€10,000 for officers who complete five years of service and NAX€20,000 for those completing ten years;
accelerated promotion opportunities for high-performing officers.
Article 19: Military to law enforcement transition program.
There is established a Military to Law Enforcement Transition Program providing expedited hiring for honorably discharged members of the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie.
The program shall:
waive certain educational requirements for veterans with at least four years of military service;
provide credit for military training and experience in meeting law enforcement training requirements;
offer transition training programs addressing differences between military and civilian law enforcement;
provide priority consideration for tactical, investigative, and specialized positions;
offer additional signing bonuses of NAX€5,000 for veterans joining federal law enforcement within one year of discharge.
Article 20: Federal Gendarmerie Academy expansion.
developing enhanced curriculum incorporating modern investigative techniques, technology, and community policing;
acquiring training equipment including firearms ranges, driving courses, and simulation systems.
The Federal Gendarmerie shall establish four regional training centers in addition to the main academy to provide geographically distributed training capacity.
streamlined application procedures using online systems;
continuous recruitment rather than periodic hiring classes;
expedited background investigations through additional investigative staff;
concurrent rather than sequential processing of application components;
rolling academy start dates to accommodate continuous hiring.
Article 22: Regional and local police hiring grants.
Article 4, subsection 2 of the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 is amended to increase regional and local police hiring targets from 25,000 new officers to 40,000 new officers over five years.
There is appropriated NAX€150,000,000 annually for five years for enhanced regional and local police hiring grants providing:
50% federal matching funds for new officer salaries and benefits for the first three years of employment;
75% federal matching funds for departments with fewer than 50 officers;
additional 25% matching for departments in jurisdictions with crime rates 50% above the national average;
performance incentives providing bonus grants to departments meeting crime reduction targets specified in grant agreements.
Article 23: Hiring grant eligibility and requirements.
To receive hiring grants under this Act, agencies must:
commit to maintaining new positions for a minimum of five years after initial hiring;
implement community policing programs including regular community engagement and problem-solving partnerships;
participate in regional crime data sharing and intelligence networks;
comply with federal standards for use of force, accountability, and constitutional policing;
demonstrate need for additional personnel based on population, crime statistics, and current staffing levels.
Article 24: Specialized personnel recruitment.
There is appropriated NAX€45,000,000 annually for five years for grants to hire specialized personnel including:
cybercrime investigators with computer science, digital forensics, or information security expertise;
financial crimes investigators with accounting, auditing, or financial analysis backgrounds;
forensic scientists including DNA analysts, ballistics experts, and crime scene technicians;
intelligence analysts with experience in data analysis, pattern recognition, and threat assessment;
victim advocates providing support services and assistance navigating the justice system;
community outreach specialists facilitating police-community partnerships;
technology specialists supporting law enforcement information systems and digital evidence processing.
Grants for specialized personnel shall provide 60% federal funding for salaries and benefits for the first three years of employment.
PART V EVIDENCE-BASED CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS.
Article 25: Hot spot policing initiative.
There is established a Hot Spot Policing Initiative providing funding and technical assistance for agencies to concentrate resources in high-crime locations.
There is appropriated NAX€80,000,000 annually for five years for the initiative.
Participating agencies shall:
use crime analysis to identify locations accounting for disproportionate shares of criminal activity;
deploy visible police presence including foot patrols, community engagement, and problem-oriented policing in identified hot spots;
rotate officers through hot spot assignments to prevent burnout;
measure crime displacement effects to ensure crime is reduced rather than merely moved;
evaluate program effectiveness using randomized controlled trials or rigorous quasi-experimental methods where feasible.
There is established a Predictive Policing Technology Program providing grants for crime analysis software, data systems, and analytic capabilities.
There is appropriated NAX€60,000,000 annually for five years for the program.
Eligible uses of grant funds include:
crime analysis software using statistical modeling and machine learning to identify crime patterns;
real-time crime centers integrating data from multiple sources for operational decision-making;
shot-spotter gunfire detection systems for rapid response to shooting incidents;
automated license plate reader systems for vehicle-related crime investigation;
geospatial analysis systems for mapping and analyzing crime patterns;
data integration platforms connecting multiple law enforcement databases;
analyst training in advanced statistical methods and predictive modeling.
All predictive policing systems funded under this program must:
undergo regular audits for racial, ethnic, and other biases;
provide transparency reports explaining how algorithms make predictions;
include human oversight preventing automated decision-making without review;
comply with constitutional protections including privacy rights and due process;
be subject to independent evaluation of effectiveness and equity impacts.
Article 27: Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.
There is established a Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) program providing grants for physical improvements reducing crime opportunities.
There is appropriated NAX€100,000,000 over five years for CPTED grants providing:
70% federal matching funds for street lighting improvements in high-crime areas;
grants for remediation of abandoned buildings attracting criminal activity;
funding for redesigning public spaces to improve natural surveillance and visibility;
support for graffiti removal rapid response programs;
matching grants for business district beautification and security improvements.
The Department of Justice shall develop CPTED guidelines based on research and best practices and provide technical assistance to jurisdictions implementing CPTED programs.
Article 28: Focused deterrence programs.
There is established a Focused Deterrence Program providing funding for intensive interventions targeting chronic offenders and gang members.
There is appropriated NAX€70,000,000 over five years for focused deterrence programs.
Program elements shall include:
identification of chronic offenders and active gang members driving violent crime;
"call-in" sessions directly communicating with identified individuals that continued criminal activity will result in swift, certain consequences;
coordination among law enforcement, prosecutors, community leaders, and social service providers;
simultaneous offering of social services including job training, education, substance abuse treatment, and family support;
swift, certain enforcement response when individuals continue criminal activity after intervention;
community mobilization supporting law enforcement efforts and providing positive alternatives.
Article 29: Swift and certain sanctions.
There is established a Swift and Certain Sanctions Program based on the HOPE probation model providing immediate, short sanctions for probation violations.
There is appropriated NAX€50,000,000 over five years for program implementation.
Program requirements include:
random frequent drug testing of probationers;
immediate short jail stays of 2-3 days for violations detected through testing or supervision;
certainty rather than severity of punishment as the primary deterrent;
judicial hearings within 72 hours of violation to impose sanctions;
graduated responses for repeat violations while maintaining short durations;
coordination among courts, probation, law enforcement, and jails to ensure swift processing.
There is appropriated NAX€40,000,000 over five years for enhanced quality-of-life enforcement in public spaces.
Funded activities include:
aggressive enforcement of laws against graffiti, vandalism, public disorder, and nuisance crimes;
immediate fines for littering, public intoxication, and other minor infractions;
visible policing presence in commercial districts, transit hubs, and public spaces;
partnerships with municipalities for rapid removal of graffiti and repair of property damage;
"broken windows" policing strategies addressing physical disorder and incivility;
community education campaigns promoting civic responsibility and respect for public spaces.
PART VI COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AND PREVENTION PROGRAMS.
Article 31: Enhanced neighborhood watch program.
Article 16 of the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 is amended to expand funding for community policing from NAX€400 million to NAX€600 million annually.
There is appropriated an additional NAX€50,000,000 annually for five years for enhanced neighborhood watch programs providing:
grants for neighborhood watch coordinators in high-crime areas;
training and materials for watch participants;
integration with police communication systems allowing direct reporting;
recognition programs and incentives for active participants;
tax credits of NAX€250 annually for active neighborhood watch participants.
Article 32: Business improvement district security grants.
There is appropriated NAX€60,000,000 over five years for business improvement district security programs.
Grants shall provide matching funds for:
private security services coordinated with public police in commercial districts;
security cameras and monitoring systems integrated with law enforcement;
environmental improvements including lighting, landscaping, and design changes reducing crime opportunities;
training for private security personnel to federal standards;
coordination protocols and communication systems linking private security with public police;
liability protections for businesses and security personnel reporting suspicious activity in good faith.
Article 33: Youth intervention and prevention programs.
Article 18 of the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 is amended to increase funding for youth crime prevention from NAX€200 million to NAX€350 million annually.
Funded programs shall include:
after-school programs providing academic support, enrichment activities, and safe environments in high-crime neighborhoods;
summer employment programs guaranteeing minimum wage jobs for youth ages 14-21 in high-crime areas;
mentorship programs matching at-risk youth with positive adult role models including police officers;
sports leagues, arts programs, and recreational activities providing positive alternatives to gang involvement;
life skills training, conflict resolution, and anger management programs;
targeted interventions for youth identified as high-risk for gang recruitment or criminal activity.
Article 34: Economic opportunity as crime prevention.
There is appropriated NAX€120,000,000 over five years for economic opportunity programs in high-crime communities.
Funded initiatives include:
small business startup grants and microloans up to NAX€25,000 for entrepreneurs in high-crime areas;
technical assistance, business training, and mentoring for new businesses;
tax incentives of NAX€5,000 per year for businesses hiring formerly incarcerated individuals;
job training and placement services connecting residents with employment opportunities;
vocational training programs in correctional facilities preparing inmates for employment upon release;
partnerships with employers committing to hiring individuals from targeted communities.
Article 35: Family responsibility and support programs.
There is appropriated NAX€40,000,000 over five years for family responsibility programs.
Program elements include:
parental liability for property damage and restitution costs resulting from juvenile crimes;
mandatory parenting classes for parents of repeat juvenile offenders;
family counseling services addressing dysfunction contributing to delinquency;
truancy enforcement and intervention programs;
support services helping families access resources and address challenges;
family engagement programs building protective factors against delinquency.
There is appropriated NAX€90,000,000 over five years for expanded body-worn camera programs providing:
70% federal subsidy for camera acquisition costs;
50% federal subsidy for data storage infrastructure and cloud services;
training for officers on proper camera use and policy compliance;
development of public access portals for footage with appropriate privacy protections;
standardized retention policies balancing transparency with privacy and storage costs.
Article 37: Integrated criminal justice information system.
Article 20 of the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747 is amended to expand funding for the interagency information sharing platform from NAX€300 million to NAX€450 million.
The enhanced platform shall provide:
real-time access to criminal history, warrants, and investigative information across all jurisdictions;
fingerprint and biometric databases with rapid search capabilities;
stolen property registries accessible to investigators and patrol officers;
case management systems integrating police, prosecution, courts, and corrections;
advanced analytics identifying criminal networks and patterns across jurisdictions;
intelligence sharing platforms supporting terrorism, gang, and organized crime investigations.
Article 38: Mobile technology for field operations.
There is appropriated NAX€75,000,000 over five years for mobile technology deployment.
Funded technology includes:
tablets or mobile computers in all patrol vehicles;
mobile report writing systems reducing time officers spend at stations by 30%;
real-time dispatch and resource tracking systems;
database access from vehicles allowing instant criminal history and warrant checks;
digital evidence collection tools including cameras, recorders, and field scanning equipment;
secure communications systems for sensitive operations.
PART VIII PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
Article 39: Performance metrics and targets.
All agencies receiving federal funds under this Act must establish and report on performance metrics including:
crime rates for Part I offenses showing year-over-year changes;
response times for Priority 1 emergency calls with target of 8 minutes in urban areas;
case clearance rates by crime type benchmarked against national averages;
community satisfaction measured through quarterly surveys;
officer-initiated activity levels including arrests, citations, and community contacts;
use of force incident rates and outcomes;
complaints against officers and disciplinary actions taken;
officer retention rates and reasons for attrition.
Each agency shall set annual improvement targets for key metrics and report progress quarterly.
Article 40: Independent oversight and accountability.
Agencies receiving NAX€5,000,000 or more in federal funding under this Act must establish independent oversight mechanisms.
Required elements include:
civilian oversight boards with authority to review use of force incidents, complaints, and major investigations;
independent investigators for allegations of serious misconduct;
annual public reports on officer conduct, discipline, and accountability;
early intervention systems identifying officers with problematic patterns;
mandatory reviews of all use of force incidents resulting in serious injury or death.
Article 41: Data transparency and public reporting.
The Department of Justice shall establish a public crime statistics portal providing:
weekly updates on crime statistics for all participating jurisdictions;
searchable incident databases with information on reported crimes, excluding information identifying victims;
use of force data including circumstances, outcomes, and demographic information;
stop and search data anonymized but including demographic information for disparity analysis;
budget and spending information for all agencies receiving federal funds.
identification of agencies achieving exceptional results;
case studies and implementation guides for effective programs;
peer learning networks connecting similar agencies;
training and technical assistance for agencies seeking to adopt best practices;
annual conferences showcasing innovative approaches to crime reduction.
PART IX AMENDMENTS TO EXISTING LEGISLATION.
Article 44: Amendments to the National Police Act, 1699.
Article 20 of the National Police Act, 1699 is amended to add the following subsections to the police block-grant program:
"Enhanced regional and local hiring grants as provided under the Crime Prevention and Reduction Act, 1750";
"Equipment procurement through the Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium as required under the Crime Prevention and Reduction Act, 1750";
"Participation in evidence-based crime prevention programs funded under the Crime Prevention and Reduction Act, 1750";
"Compliance with performance metrics, accountability requirements, and data reporting standards established under the Crime Prevention and Reduction Act, 1750".
The Secretary of the Interior shall condition receipt of block-grant funds on compliance with requirements established under this Act.
Article 45: Amendments to the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Act, 1747.
Article 4, subsection 2 is amended to increase new police officer hiring targets from 25,000 to 40,000;
Article 4, subsection 2 is amended to increase new Federal Gendarmerie agent hiring targets from 1,200 to 2,500;
Article 16 is amended to increase community policing funding from NAX€400 million to NAX€600 million annually;
Article 18 is amended to increase youth crime prevention funding from NAX€200 million to NAX€350 million annually;
Article 19 is amended to require body-worn cameras for all agencies with 25 or more officers;
Article 20 is amended to increase funding for interagency information sharing platforms from NAX€300 million to NAX€450 million;
Article 21 is amended to include revenue from equipment sales through the Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium as a source for the Federal Law Enforcement Enhancement Fund;
Article 23 is amended to enhance accountability requirements as specified in Article 42 of this Act.
Article 46: Addition to Federal Criminal Code.
This Act amends the Federal Criminal Code established under the Federal Criminal Punishment Act, 1699 by adding new provisions enhancing penalties for:
theft or misuse of law enforcement equipment including firearms, vehicles, body armor, and technology provided under federal programs, punishable by imprisonment for up to 10 years and fines up to NAX€500,000;
false statements in applications for federal law enforcement grants or equipment, punishable by imprisonment for up to 5 years and fines up to NAX€250,000;
obstruction of federal law enforcement procurement investigations or audits, punishable by imprisonment for up to 3 years and fines up to NAX€100,000.
PART X CLOSING PROVISIONS.
Article 47: Implementation timeline.
This Act shall be implemented in phases:
The Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium shall be operational within 180 days of commencement;
The Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program shall accept applications within 90 days of commencement;
Enhanced hiring incentives shall be available immediately upon commencement;
Evidence-based crime prevention programs shall begin accepting applications within 120 days of commencement;
Technology and information sharing systems shall be implemented within one year of commencement.
The Secretary of Justice shall establish priorities for phased implementation and may adjust timelines as necessary for effective program administration.
detailed procedures for the Federal Law Enforcement Procurement Consortium including vendor qualification, contract negotiation, and ordering processes;
application, approval, and compliance requirements for the Federal Equipment Transfer and Reuse Program;
eligibility criteria, application procedures, and compliance requirements for all grant programs;
performance metrics, reporting requirements, and accountability mechanisms;
audit procedures and enforcement actions for non-compliance.
This Bill shall commence 90 days after receiving Royal Assent, except as otherwise specified in Article 47.
This Bill shall not become law unless it has been given Royal Assent.
This Bill shall be published and made publicly available.
In the event any provision or part of this Bill is found to be invalid or unenforceable, only that particular provision or part so found, and not the entire Bill, will be inoperative.
