The "BADGES for Native Communities Act" aims to address data gaps and enhance safety for Native communities. The bill proposes measures to improve data collection on missing and murdered Indigenous people, enhance coordination between federal, state, tribal, and local law enforcement agencies, and strengthen resources for responding to cases involving Native individuals. It seeks to provide better support for victims' families, increase training for law enforcement personnel, and establish guidelines for handling these cases effectively. Overall, the bill aims to promote safety and justice within Native communities by addressing systemic issues related to missing and murdered Indigenous persons.
2023-03-01: Introduced in House
2023-03-01: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Natural Resources, and Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2023-03-10: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
2023-03-22: Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs .
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