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December 12, 2014

The "Cam Act" Requires State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies Who Receive DOJ Grants Have Their Officers Wear a Body Camera. 

Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II has introduced The "Camera Authorization and Maintenance Act of 2014" or the "CAM Act," a bill to encourage police officers to wear a body camera.

December 4, 2014

Kansas City - Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II, Missouri's Fifth District Representative, is bringing further national recognition to our area, and to the groundbreaking work being done at the Liberty Memorial and National World War I Museum. 

December 2, 2014

The American Veterans Centennial Commemorative Coin Act, introduced by Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II (MO-05) and Congressman Doug Lamborn (CO-05), and cosponsored by 301 other Members, passed the House today by a vote of 418 to 3.

December 1, 2014

Today, President Obama released the Administration's Review of Federal Support for Local Law Enforcement Equipment Acquisition. This review is part of a broader effort to strengthen community policing and fortify the trust that must exist between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve.

November 25, 2014

"My wife and I have raised three sons, and we know the challenges a young, black man faces growing up. Our heart goes out to Michael Brown's family for their tragic loss. Without a doubt, there are important issues in this country that need to be confronted, communicated, and worked through in the spirit of community," said Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II.

Issues:Community
October 17, 2014

Kansas City, MO – Congressman Emanuel Cleaver and Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) announced the details of a friendly wager over the World Series between the Kansas City Royals and the San Francisco Giants. As passionate fans and competitive colleagues, the Members of Congress agreed to a battle for bragging rights and local delicacies.

Issues:Community
October 8, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II has called for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide assistance and information on the outbreak of the Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68). This virus, associated with extreme respiratory illness, has reportedly infected six hundred and twenty-eight people across the country.

Issues:Health
September 29, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Cleaver is pleased to announce that the Office of Family Assistance within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $1 million to the Full Employment Council (FEC) of Kansas City, as a 21st Century HealthCare Works Program grant project.