Nominations are now open for the Congressional Badge of Bravery.

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The Congressional Badge of Bravery Nomination Period is Open

The Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery honors federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement officers who demonstrate outstanding acts of bravery in the line of duty. 

Recognize a law enforcement hero or heroes in your department, who have performed acts of bravery in their community by nominating them for the 2024 Congressional Badge of Bravery. 

Read about former award recipients and review the nomination guidelines to help you complete your nomination entries. 

  Nominations are due by 5 p.m. ET on February 15, 2025. 

Submit Nominations

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS' BENEFITS (PSOB) PROGRAM

Enacted in 1976, the PSOB Program provides death, disability, and education benefits to those eligible for the program. For details regarding these federal benefits for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other first responders who have died or become catastrophically injured in the line of duty, call the PSOB Office at 888-744-6513 or visit us online.

BJA offers many resources, training and technical assistance, and policy development services to support local, state, and tribal governments in achieving safer communities.


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