H.R. 8886In committeeCrime & justice
Bill would let police grants fund mental health crisis teams
Data as of July 12, 2026
The SMART Community Policing Act would let existing federal COPS grants also fund mental health crisis response programs.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 8886 would expand the federal COPS grant program to allow funding for mobile crisis teams, co-responder programs pairing officers with mental health clinicians, and case management/outreach teams. It does not require any city to adopt these programs, but adds them as approved uses of existing grant money.
Who does it affect?
Local police departments and city/county governments that apply for COPS grants, mental health workers and paramedics hired under new programs, and residents experiencing mental health, homelessness, or substance use crises.
Why does it matter?
Communities would gain more flexibility in how they respond to crisis calls, potentially shifting some responses away from relying solely on armed officers, but adoption remains optional and depends on local grant applications.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
SMART Community Policing Act
- Introduced:
- May 19, 2026
- Latest action:
- May 19, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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