AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Apr 22, 2025. Analysis updated: Sep 20, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill directs the Department of the Interior to award a grant to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund
- The grant funds operating and enhancing community outreach and public education programs at the National Law Enforcement Museum
- The grant also supports officer safety and wellness programs at the museum
- The bill is characterized as temporary in the official summary
- The House passed the bill on September 14, 2026 by voice vote under suspension of rules
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The official summary does not specify the grant amount
- The summary does not establish a duration or end date for the temporary grant direction
- No documented effects on law enforcement, public safety, or communities are established in the summary
- The summary does not address any costs to the Department of the Interior or federal budget impact
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The bill passed the House on September 14, 2026 by voice vote
- The bill was received in the Senate on September 15, 2026
- The House Committee on Natural Resources reported the amended bill on August 20, 2026
- The bill was placed on the Union Calendar on August 20, 2026
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 15, 2026 — Received in the Senate.
- Sep 14, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5582-5583)
- Sep 14, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5582-5584)
- Sep 14, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Sep 14, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
- Sep 14, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 309.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules.