Finstad among supporters of Pathways to Policing Act

Republican U.S. Rep. Brad Finstad of Minnesota's First District joined Democratic U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips of Minnesota's Third District in introducing the Pathways to Policing Act, legislation that's intended strengthen state and local law enforcement

agencies in Minnesota and across the country. The legislation is endorsed by the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association, the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association, and the National Fraternal Order of Police.  

Specifically, the Pathways to Policing Act authorizes funds for the Department of Justice (DOJ) to operate programs focused on strengthening the pipeline of candidates interested in pursuing law enforcement careers. By making these critical investments, we will provide much-needed resources to state and local law enforcement agencies that are struggling with staffing levels.

Said Finstad in a news release: "Across our country and here in Minnesota, local law enforcement has experienced historic staffing shortages which has strained the law enforcement agents who work tirelessly to protect and defend our communities. I’m proud to introduce the Pathways to Policing Act with my colleagues to enhance officer recruitment and bolster the police force in southern Minnesota.”