Bill Overview
Title: Local Task Forces on 21st Century Policing Act of 2022
Description: This bill allows grants under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program to be used to establish task forces to promote effective partnerships between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve.
Sponsors: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Target Audience
Population: People who benefit from improved law enforcement-community relations due to task forces
Estimated Size: 331000000
- The bill affects law enforcement officers across the United States, as task forces will include police departments and officers.
- Communities served by these officers will also be directly impacted, as the bill aims to foster partnerships between the two groups.
- The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program is a federal source of funding, which implies that the grant could be available nationwide.
- According to a 2023 US Census data, there are approximately 331 million people in the US.
- Considering not all law enforcement agencies may participate in such task forces immediately, and not all community members interact with law enforcement officers frequently, but the aim is to reach a broad array of communities.
Reasoning
- The policy focuses on grants to promote partnerships between law enforcement and communities, which implies direct benefits for law enforcement agencies and communities that experience frequent interactions with police officers.
- Given the budget constraints, not all police departments or communities will see immediate impact. The initial funds suggest targeted interventions rather than nationwide overhauls in Year 1.
- Over time, the long-term budget allows for a broader reach, potentially impacting much larger sections of the community indirectly as trust and relationships improve.
- The policy may have different levels of impact depending on how deeply entrenched the issues between community and law enforcement are in various regions.
- The size and diversity of the US population suggest a varied impact, with urban areas potentially observing more immediate changes due to the higher concentration of interactions between citizens and law officers.
Simulated Interviews
Community Activist (New York City, NY)
Age: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could prove beneficial if properly implemented, as it might address some of the trust issues we face.
- I hope these task forces include diverse community voices to ensure they are effective and genuinely promote change.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Police Officer (Chicago, IL)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- From what I've seen, partnerships can work, but they need proper commitment and resources.
- I am hopeful that this will help reduce tension and allow us to better serve our community.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 4 |
Elementary School Teacher (Rural Alabama)
Age: 26 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I haven't seen much change locally from similar initiatives in the past.
- While improved relations are beneficial, I'm not sure how impactful this will be here immediately.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Restaurant Owner (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 54 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A better relationship with police would improve business operations and safety.
- Hope the policy encourages more genuine and frequent dialogues and joint initiatives.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Software Engineer (Denver, CO)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think the policy sounds good, but practical, long-lasting changes are hard to achieve.
- Indirect benefits may occur through greater societal trust overall.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Non-Profit Worker (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Programs like this can help, but the implementation strategy will be key.
- I've seen other programs fail due to poor follow-through and genuine dialogue.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 4 |
Retired (Houston, TX)
Age: 61 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 3
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Programs need to make real commitments to change police culture, not just for show.
- I want to see my community feel safer and more united.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 4 | 3 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 3 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 3 |
Truck Driver (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 44 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Ultimately, consistency in police-community relations across different places would be a major improvement.
- I hope that such policies mean everyone is singing from the same hymn sheet on policing matters.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Journalist (Miami, FL)
Age: 33 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a start, but how transparent and accountable these task forces are will really determine their success.
- Public trust will depend heavily on perceived sincerity and results of these initiatives.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
College Student (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 21 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As someone studying criminal justice, I see this as a potential turning point if enacted well.
- Real-world implementation needs to link theory with practice to see any meaningful change.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $15000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $20000000)
Year 2: $30000000 (Low: $20000000, High: $50000000)
Year 3: $50000000 (Low: $40000000, High: $70000000)
Year 5: $80000000 (Low: $60000000, High: $100000000)
Year 10: $100000000 (Low: $80000000, High: $120000000)
Year 100: $100000000 (Low: $80000000, High: $120000000)
Key Considerations
- Engagement and effectiveness of task forces depend on local law enforcement and community collaboration.
- Costs vary depending on the scale of operations within different jurisdictions.
- Federal funding through grants assumes local jurisdictions will effectively utilize available resources.