Senate Republicans Unveil Police Reform Package

The Justice Act, led by Senator Tim Scott, aims to balance support for communities of color and police. It includes proposals for police accountability, such as reporting uses of force to the FBI and penalizing departments for non-compliance. The bill also suggests funding for body cameras and commissions to study justice system conditions. It seeks transparency and accountability, responding to national calls for policing reform.

What is the primary goal of the Justice Act as introduced by Senator Tim Scott?

• To increase police funding

• To unify communities and support both communities of color and the police

• To abolish the FBI

• To defund the police

Which of the following is a proposal included in the Justice Act regarding police accountability?

• Reducing penalties for false police reports

• Banning all police use of force

• Eliminating police body cameras

• Requiring police departments to report uses of force that cause death or serious injury

What consequence does the Justice Act propose for agencies that continue to use choke holds?

• Increased federal funding

• Mandatory training sessions

• No consequences

• Loss of federal funds

What is one of the commissions established by the Justice Act intended to review?

• The education system

• The criminal justice system

• The healthcare system

• The economic policies

What significant change does the Justice Act propose regarding lynching?

• Ignoring it

• Making it a federal hate crime

• Reducing penalties

• Decriminalizing it