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The COPS Office's 'What’s New in Blue' is a series of short videos intended to keep viewers informed about innovative developments & critical issues in #LawEnforcement. Stream all seasons on YouTube: https://t.co/e2uMuhF7af

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#LawEnforcement: In the COPS Training Portal, you can access no-cost, high-quality training resources for agencies, academies, and individual officers. Learn more: https://t.co/e7cmP0qlPm

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Congratulations to the July 2026 winner of the "Uplifting the Image: Highlighting Heroes" Photo Contest, the @bostonpolice! Learn more about our annual photo contest here: https://t.co/nqhS56khkM

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COPS Training Portal's eLearning course "Use of Drones by Public Safety Agencies: An Introduction" guides agencies on starting or expanding drone programs, covering current use, implementation strategies & future trends in public safety tech. Learn more: https://t.co/byP0tqoDsM

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"Animal Cruelty as a Gateway Crime" is a resource designed to help law enforcement recognize how animal cruelty crimes can serve as precursors to more violent crimes and accompaniments to other offenses. Learn more: https://t.co/ttia2fGXQe

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In Arizona, tribal police departments are turning to accreditation to build community trust, boost professionalism, and strengthen partnerships - all while protecting tribal sovereignty. A model for tribes nationwide. #TribalPolicing
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From 1776 to today, America has been built on liberty, justice, and the rule of law. As we celebrate Independence Day and look ahead to the next 250 years, the Department of Justice is proud to help protect those enduring values. Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 #America250 #July4th @Freedom250

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The COPS Office wishes everyone a Happy Independence Day! Stay cool and hydrated as we come together to celebrate America's Independence. Thank you to the law enforcement officers serving and protecting our communities throughout the celebrations. #FourthOfJuly #Freedom250

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The COPS Office is closed in observance of tomorrow's Independence Day. We hope you have a wonderful Fourth of July weekend! Thank you to the #LawEnforcement officers who protect and serve our communities each and every day. #Freedom250

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Across the country, Justice Department employees work every day to uphold the rule of law and serve the American people. Their commitment to protecting our communities, defending civil rights, and upholding the Constitution reflects the values that have strengthened our nation for 250 years. ⚖️ @Freedom250 #ServingAmerica

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As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the Justice Department is committed to keeping our country safe. Our focus is on upholding the rule of law, supporting law enforcement, and prioritizing public safety in every community across the nation. #MakingAmericaSafe @Freedom250

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Arizona is the only state with law enforcement accreditation standards built specifically for Indian Country - helping tribal police departments build community trust & professionalism while respecting sovereignty. 🚔Learn more: https://t.co/MDpOWtUplI

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🚨NEW FUNDING OPPORTUNITY NOW OPEN | The FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants program is now open and accepting applications until Monday, August 24, 2026 at 4:59 PM ET. *IMPORTANT: Applications will be submitted in a two-step process, each with its own deadline.

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🚨#Grantees: Don’t forget to register online with https://t.co/b0Gs2Ae7iw and https://t.co/Y5c5GrcUek! JustGrants serves as a grants resource hub and provides all functionalities necessary to support all stages of grants management. Learn more: https://t.co/lc8s9ELyL0

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The Collaborative Reform Initiative Technical Assistance Center (CRI-TAC) provides #LawEnforcement agencies assistance in many forms, including training, peer-to-peer exchanges, policy reviews, consultations & more. Explore CRI-TAC today: https://t.co/5WlLWXSvZS

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🚨FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOW OPEN:
✅COPS Hiring Program (CHP)
✅COPS Anti-Heroin Task Force (AHTF)
✅COPS Anti-Meth Program (CAMP)
✅Law Enforcement Mental Health & Wellness (LEMHWA)
✅School Violence Prevention (SVPP)
✅Active Shooter Prep (PASS)
https://t.co/rBPkfphSIM

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The COPS Office recently released new video resources for the Critical Incident Review Uvalde report: two informational webinar recordings, a law enforcement leadership video, and chapter by chapter summaries. Find the new resources here: https://t.co/zIWMeBAhv2

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📢🚨UPCOMING WEBINARS:
💻 Mon 6/29 @ 1PM ET: Anti-Heroin Task Force (AHTF) & Anti-Meth Program (CAMP) NOFO
💻Tue 6/30 @ 1PM ET: School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) NOFO

Review the programs & register:
https://t.co/fE5VCwwqpa
https://t.co/GgLC6bUBm0
https://t.co/PJbfpBbEeX

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Recruitment, hiring, and retention of the best law enforcement officers are vital for safe communities. The COPS Office is helping agencies improve recruitment with a variety of resources: https://t.co/hRmaiFZ6Tr

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A COPS Office grant helped South Dakota investigators buy new tech to break up fentanyl networks. The cases led to big drug seizures and prison sentences of 23 and 30 years for dealers tied to deadly overdoses. Learn more in the #CPDispatch e-newsletter:
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