Sec. 2035. Stability policing coordinator
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The State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 is amended by adding after section 62 (as amended by 2031 of this Act) the following new section: There is established within the Department of State the Office of the Stability Policing Coordinator (in this section referred to as the Office ). The head of the Office shall be the Coordinator for Stability Policing (in this section referred to as the Coordinator ). The Coordinator shall report directly to the Assistant Secretary for Conflict and Stabilization Operations.
The Coordinator shall be responsible for developing a unified, coherent, comprehensive, and effective program of law enforcement assistance in support of reconstruction and stabilization activities in countries or regions that are at risk of, in, or are in transition from, conflict or civil strife. Such program shall include the following elements: Developing and overseeing curricula for police training specifically oriented towards reconstruction and stabilization activities.
Developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure that human rights, and in particular those of women and girls, are protected. In coordination with the Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations, as appropriate, recruiting, vetting, and training personnel to serve as police trainers. Ensuring proper direction and oversight of contractors hired to implement police training programs under this section. Establishing benchmarks to measure the progress of police training programs conducted under this section.
Coordinating assistance carried out by the Office with similar assistance provided by other Federal agencies and international donors. Overseeing procurement and delivery of supplies and equipment, and monitoring the end use of such supplies and equipment. Providing policy guidance and program support to the United States diplomatic and consular missions in the country or region undertaking police training operations. Providing guidance to the Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations regarding the selection and training of law enforcement and judicial personnel for the Readiness Response Corps.
The Coordinator shall ensure that the activities of the Office are consistent with the coordination plan established pursuant to section 3202 of the Global Partnerships Act of 2013. .