Police Militarization

Minnesota Bill Would Limit Participation in Federal Police Militarization Program

The legislation would prohibit state and local law enforcement agencies in Minnesota from acquiring “military-grade weapons” from the federal 1033 program. HF1297 defines military-grade weapons as “militarily equipped vehicles and aircraft, weapons and other objects designed to primarily have a military purpose or offensive capability, and ammunition.”

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New York Bill Would Limit State Participation in Federal Police Militarization Programs

The bill would prohibit New York state and local law enforcement agencies from receiving or purchasing certain property from a military equipment surplus program operated by the federal government.

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Arizona Bill Would Take First Step to Limit Federal Militarization of Police and Local Surveillance

A bill introduced in the Arizona Senate would take a first step toward limiting the impact of federal programs that militarize local police and expand the national surveillance state.

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Minnesota Bill Would Limit State Participation in Federal Police Militarization Program

The legislation would prohibit state and local law enforcement agencies in Minnesota from acquiring “military-grade weapons” from the federal 1033 program. SF863 defines military-grade weapons as “militarily equipped vehicles and aircraft, weapons and other objects designed to primarily have a military purpose or offensive capability, and ammunition.”

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South Carolina Bill Would Take First Step Toward Limiting Federal Militarization of Local Police

While the passage of H3495 would not end federal militarization of police in South Carolina, it would prohibit police from acquiring some of the most powerful weapons and equipment from the feds, and it would set the stage for further limits in the future.

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Now in Effect: Oregon Law Limits State Participation in Federal Police Militarization Programs

The new law bans state and local law enforcement agencies from receiving certain equipment from military surplus programs operated by the federal government. It also increases oversight and transparency for the acquisition of allowable equipment.

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Study: Police Militarization Targets Minority Communities and Provides No Safety Benefits

A study published by Jonathan Mummolo, assistant professor of politics and public affairs at Princeton University, reveals that law enforcement is hiding important facts about police militarization. The study titled “Militarization fails to enhance police safety or reduce crime but may harm police reputation” reveals a very important fact. “Militarized police units do not appear to provide the…

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California Commmittee Passes Bill to End Unrestricted Federal Militarization of Local Police

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (June 21, 2018) – On Tuesday, a California Senate committee passed a bill that would require law enforcement agencies in the state to get local governmental approval before acquiring or using military equipment. Passage of the bill into law would set the stage to limit federal programs that militarize local police. Asm. Todd Gloria…

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California Assembly Passes Bill to End Unrestricted Federal Militarization of Local Police

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (June 1, 2018) – Yesterday, the California Assembly passed a bill that would require law enforcement agencies in the state to get local governmental approval before acquiring or using military equipment. Passage of the bill into law would set the stage to limit federal programs that militarize local police. Asm. Todd Gloria (D-San Diego)…

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California Committee Passes Bill Taking on Federal Militarization of Local Police

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (April 26, 2018) – On Tuesday, a second California Assembly committee passed a bill that would require law enforcement agencies in the state to get local governmental approval before acquiring or using military equipment. Passage of the bill into law would set the stage to limit federal programs that militarize local police. Asm. Todd…

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