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Next Gen Road Safety Act Aims to Modernize Police Pursuit Technology

4/11/2026

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The Next Gen Road Safety Act, introduced by Congresswoman Laura Friedman of Southern California, seeks federal funding for modern law enforcement technology to reduce high-speed car chases.
Friedman stated that officers face a massive technology gap and need better resources.
A Jurupa Valley high-speed pursuit recently demonstrated similar technology, ending in a standoff with the suspect dying from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

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The Next Gen Road Safety Act, introduced by Congresswoman Laura Friedman of Southern California, seeks federal funding for modern law enforcement technology to reduce high-speed car chases.
Friedman stated that officers face a massive technology gap and need better resources.
A Jurupa Valley high-speed pursuit recently demonstrated similar technology, ending in a standoff with the suspect dying from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.