WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Roger Wicker and Thad Cochran today announced that the U.S. Department of Justice has awarded $378,642 to the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians through the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Tribal Resources Grant Program.       

“COPS is an effective program that provides federal funds to help keep our communities safe,” Sen. Wicker said.  “This grant will help the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians expand their resources to better serve and protect their community.”

The COPS Tribal Resources Grant Program is intended to enhance the law enforcement infrastructure and community policing practices in Native American communities.  The program funds items like crime fighting technology systems and basic equipment and training.  Grants were awarded to 80 tribal law enforcement agencies in 22 states.