The Justice Department Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) announced today that it has awarded nearly $75 million in critical grant funding to law enforcement agencies and stakeholders across the country. This funding is designed to not only assist with the Department’s crime reduction efforts, but also to provide much needed assistance to agencies looking to expand their law enforcement mental health and wellness services, combat the distribution and trafficking of illicit drugs, and receive active shooter training.

“Today’s announcement underscores the Justice Department’s commitment to supporting our state and local law enforcement partners as we work together to keep our communities safe,” said Attorney General Merrick B. Garland. “These grants build on our efforts to disrupt the trafficking of deadly drugs, expand access to the mental health and wellness services that police officers deserve, and fund other critical programs. The Justice Department will continue to do everything in our power to get law enforcement officers the resources and assistance needed to help keep them and their communities safe.”

“Every day, across the country, our state and local law enforcement partners are working tirelessly on the ground to protect our communities and preserve public safety,” said Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco. “Through the grants announced today, the Justice Department honors and supports our state and local partners with much-needed...

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