Pennsylvania Bill Would Limit State Participation in Federal Police Militarization Programs
PHILADELPHIA, Penn. (Feb. 3, 2021) – A bill introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate would take a first step toward limiting the impact of federal programs that militarize local police. In January, a coalition of six Democrats introduced Senate Bill 105 (SB105)....
California Governor Vetoes Bill Taking on Federal Militarization of Police with Load of Crap
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Oct. 9, 2015) – On Wednesday, California Governor Jerry Brown vetoed a bill that would have stopped transfers of some battlefield-ready military equipment to state or local law enforcement agencies. His reasoning was a load of crap. Introduced by...
To the Governor’s Desk: Montana Legislature Passes Bill to Limit Federal Militarization of Police
HELENA, Mont. (Apr. 8, 2015) – A bill that would heavily diminish the effect of federal surplus equipment programs that militarize local police was given final approval by the Montana House today. The vote was 79-20. Introduced by Rep. Nicholas Schwaderer...