Congressman Tim Moore Introduces the Bipartisan Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) introduced H.R. 2240, the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act, to strengthen protections for law enforcement officers by enhancing data collection on anti-police attacks and assessing mental health support for officers nationwide. The bill passed the U.S. House of Representatives last Congress with overwhelming support, 356–55.
“At a time when anti-police sentiment is rising and our officers are being targeted simply for wearing the badge, we need to stand up and say enough is enough. These are the men and women who run toward danger when others run away,” said Congressman Moore. “This bill ensures we’re not turning a blind eye to the threats they face and the toll this job takes by improving how we track attacks, exposing patterns of violence, and making sure officers have access to the mental health care they’ve earned. If we want safe communities, we have to take care of the people who keep them safe.”
In 2024, 342 officers were shot in the line of duty, resulting in 50 fatalities. Already this year, 58 officers have been shot—including nine in ambush-style attacks. These figures don’t even capture the full extent of the violence, as many incidents involving officers are either unreported or not fully documented. Congressman Moore’s bill aims to close these reporting gaps and provide a clearer picture of the threats officers face every day.
The Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act directs the Department of Justice to evaluate how it reports on attacks against law enforcement, including the potential addition of escalatory aggression to its tracking. It also calls for an assessment of how widely mental health resources are available and utilized by officers. By enhancing how we collect and analyze information on violent acts against police, this bill gives agencies the tools to respond more effectively and improve officer safety and wellness.
This legislation is cosponsored by Reps. Randy Weber (TX-14), Byron Donalds (FL-19), Zach Nunn (IA-03), Chuck Edwards (NC-11), Virginia Foxx (NC-05), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Mark Harris (NC-08), Jen Kiggans (VA-02), Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), and Stephanie Bice (OK-05).
The legislation is supported by leading law enforcement groups, including the Fraternal Order of Police, National Association of Police Organizations, Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, North Carolina Fraternal Order of Police, North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association, Sergeants Benevolent Association NYPD, Association of State Criminal Investigative Agencies, Major Cities Chiefs Association, Major County Sheriffs of America, and National Narcotics Officers’ Associations’ Coalition.
Read the full text of the bill here.