S. 1595 · Passed Senate · Crime and Law Enforcement

Improving Police CARE Act

Sponsor: John Cornyn (R-TX)

What it does

• Requires the Bureau of Justice Assistance to develop and publish performance standards for trauma kits eligible for purchase under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program.
• Requires the Bureau of Justice Assistance to develop and publish best practices for the use, deployment, and maintenance of trauma kits by law enforcement agencies.

Official summary

Improving Police Critical Aid for Responding to Emergencies Act or the Improving Police CARE Act This bill requires the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) within the Department of Justice to develop and publish performance standards for trauma kits that are eligible to be purchased using funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program. Additionally, the BJA must develop and publish best practices for the use, deployment, and maintenance of trauma kits by law enforcement agencies.

Latest action

Aug 1, 2025: Held at the desk.

Committee: Senate Judiciary