The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) released a statement commending the United States Senate for passing the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that includes eight bipartisan law enforcement bills long championed by FLEOA on behalf of its members and the broader federal law enforcement community.
These measures, collectively known as the “Law Enforcement and Crime Victims Support Package” (S. Amdt. 3272), reflect core issues raised by FLEOA during National Police Week 2025 and beyond, and represent a significant policy victory that strengthens the safety, support, and recognition of law enforcement officers at the federal, state, and local levels, the statement said
The amendment incorporates the following FLEOA-supported bipartisan bills:
S. 180 – Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act
S. 1563 – Retired Law Enforcement Officers Continuing Service Act
S. 419 – Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act
S. 911 – Chief Herbert D. Proffitt Act
S. 1316 – Strong Communities Act
S. 1595 – Improving Police CARE Act
S. 539 – PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act
S. 237 – Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act
Each of these bills addresses a longstanding need identified by FLEOA’s leadership and membership, ranging from officer wellness and crisis support to honoring fallen heroes and enhancing community partnerships.
“This outcome is the direct result of unwavering commitment and sustained effort by FLEOA,” said Mat Silverman, FLEOA national president. “These measures are not just legislative wins—they are concrete improvements that will impact the day-to-day lives and long-term welfare of our members and all law enforcement professionals.”
FLEOA now calls on House conferees to preserve the full package in the final version of the NDAA and ensure it reaches the president’s desk without delay.
