Bill Overview
Title: Defense Law Enforcement Officer Credential Act of 2022
Description: This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to ensure that each military department develops a standardized identification credential for DOD law enforcement officers and issues such credentials at no cost to the officers. DOD must ensure that any issued common access card clearly identifies the officer as a DOD law enforcement officer.
Sponsors: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Target Audience
Population: DOD law enforcement officers
Estimated Size: 50000
- The bill specifically mentions the Department of Defense (DOD) and law enforcement officers associated with it.
- The primary individuals affected will be DOD law enforcement officers, as they will be issued standardized identification credentials.
- The policy will not apply to all members of the military, only those with law enforcement duties within the military branches.
- This legislation will also affect administrative personnel in charge of implementing and managing the credential issuance process.
Reasoning
- The policy directly impacts DOD law enforcement officers, a subset of the military personnel responsible for law enforcement duties.
- The issuance of credentials at no cost could improve immediate well-being due to reduced administrative hassles and improved professional identification.
- A standardized ID increase could lead to better recognition and facilitation of duties, potentially reducing stress over time.
- The policy's cost is covered for the targeted population within the provided budget, suggesting it is feasible.
- Population distribution is skewed towards officers in active duty at various installations across the United States, with some emphasis on those involved in strategic, visible operations.
Simulated Interviews
DOD Law Enforcement Officer (Virginia)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Having a unified ID will streamline our work at secure locations.
- It removes some administrative hurdles, especially when moving between facilities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
DOD Law Enforcement Administrator (California)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy simplifies my team's management tasks.
- It's a relief that implementation budget is secured, easing our planning.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
DOD Law Enforcement Officer (Texas)
Age: 42 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The credentials will ensure smoother duty assignments.
- This helps eliminate confusion and increases morale.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
DOD Law Enforcement Officer (Florida)
Age: 33 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This ID credential is crucial for crossing operational jurisdictions.
- Standardization will mitigate misunderstandings with other branches.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
DOD Administrative Official (Washington D.C.)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The initial workload will spike during implementation phases.
- Long-term, it's a beneficial system for officers and admin alike.
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 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
DOD Law Enforcement Officer (Hawaii)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Credential standardization is more reassuring during audits and inspections.
- Simplifies new officer onboarding process.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Junior DOD Law Enforcement Officer (Alabama)
Age: 25 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Receiving my ID so efficiently made managing my duties much easier.
- Feels good to have a policy that supports young officers like me.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
DOD Law Enforcement Officer (Colorado)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 4.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The secure ID is a significant help for sensitive collaborations.
- Eases coordination with agencies needing ID verification.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
DOD Law Enforcement Administrator (Maryland)
Age: 47 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Initially taxing, but standardization leads to long-term efficiencies.
- May improve documentation processes significantly.
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 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
DOD Law Enforcement Officer (North Carolina)
Age: 37 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 4.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy allows for better coordination with local law enforcement.
- Reduces the time explaining credentials during operations.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000000 (Low: $4000000, High: $6000000)
Year 2: $500000 (Low: $400000, High: $600000)
Year 3: $500000 (Low: $400000, High: $600000)
Year 5: $500000 (Low: $400000, High: $600000)
Year 10: $500000 (Low: $400000, High: $600000)
Year 100: $500000 (Low: $400000, High: $600000)
Key Considerations
- There may be technological challenges and costs related to the integration of the new credential system into existing DOD identification infrastructure.
- The standardization of credentials could lead to improved security and streamline identification processes for DOD law enforcement officers.
- There may be minor indirect effects on associated industries, such as security credential providers and administrative support services.