FBI Sees Surge In National Use-Of-Force Database Participation

The transcript discusses the FBI's initiative to collect use of force data from law enforcement agencies across the U.S. It highlights the increase in participation from agencies, particularly after the George Floyd incident, and the legislative efforts in Missouri to make reporting mandatory. The importance of this data in identifying patterns of behavior and violence is emphasized. Despite progress, challenges remain, as seen with the Dallas PD's failure to report. The FBI aims for 60% participation to release national data.

How does the Missouri State Representative Bruce Degroot's police use of Force Transparency Act aim to address police misconduct?

What challenges did the Dallas Police Department face in reporting to the FBI as promised?