Pallone Announces Support for Justice in Policing Act of 2020

Statement

Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced his support for the Justice in Policing Act of 2020 that would address police abuse, hold law enforcement accountable, improve transparency, and create structural change that safeguards every American's right to justice. Last week, Pallone held a discussion with community leaders to discuss the urgent need to end racial injustice in the wake of the murder of George Floyd.

"It is past time for our country to face the systemic racism and discrimination African Americans have endured for generations. Congress has a moral obligation to act as we work together to end racial injustice," Congressman Pallone said. "I have long supported legislation in the House of Representatives to address inequality and the structural failings in our criminal justice system. I'm proud to be an original co-sponsor of the Justice in Policing Act of 2020. It represents a critical step in ensuring that the United States lives up to the ideals on which it was founded."

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