Task Force on Crime Reduction and Public Safety

Executive Order 2017-03118
Signed on February 10, 2017
45th Presidency

What it means

Creates a Task Force on Crime Reduction and Public Safety within the Department of Justice to develop strategies for reducing crime, particularly focusing on illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and violent crime. The Task Force will propose new legislation and improve data collection methods.

Expected impact

  • Increased federal focus on crime reduction through coordinated strategies between federal, state, tribal, and local jurisdictions
  • Potential new legislation aimed at strengthening law enforcement's ability to address illegal immigration and drug trafficking
  • Improved data collection practices to better understand and respond to crime trends nationwide
  • Enhanced support for law enforcement agencies across the country

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