How are COPS/CAP and Infragard related?

There is no direct mention of "COPS" and "CAP" as specific, recognized acronyms within the structure of the FBI's InfraGard program.

However, InfraGard (a partnership between the FBI and the private sector to protect critical infrastructure [electronics in buildings for stalking-See MIMO, LIDAR, electronic devices, habitant location systems, beam forming and beam steering]) and mention related, similar-sounding, or contextual entities:

• COPS (Contextual/Similar Term): While not explicitly linked to InfraGard in the search results, "COPS" (Office of Community Oriented Policing Services) is a Department of Justice component mentioned in a related document regarding law enforcement-private security partnerships, which aligns with the goal of InfraGard to foster collaboration between law enforcement and the private sector.

• CAP (Contextual/Similar Term): InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA), which acts as the private sector, non-profit counterpart to the FBI's program, operating 77+ local chapters. While "CAP" is not mentioned, the Cross-Sector Council Program (CSCP) is mentioned as a program to exchange information and strengthen critical infrastructure.

InfraGard: InfraGard is a public/private partnership between the FBI and individuals in the private sector for the protection of U.S. critical infrastructure. InfraGard has 80,000+ members (as of April 2022) including corporate security managers, cybersecurity professionals, and government officials. There are 77+ local InfraGard Member Alliances (IMAs), which are 501(c)3 non-profit organizations, are geographically linked to FBI field offices. InfraGard provides education, networking, and information-sharing on security threats and risks.

The FBI oversees InfraGard, but FBI does not oversee the COPS program (Community Oriented Policing Services).

InfraGard is a partnership program directly managed and overseen by the FBI, specifically through its Office of Private Sector (OPS). It is a public-private collaboration focused on protecting U.S. critical infrastructure by facilitating information sharing, education, networking, and threat mitigation between the FBI and private sector members (e.g., businesses, cybersecurity professionals, and infrastructure owners/operators).

The program is described in official FBI documents as a unique partnership between the FBI and the private sector. The FBI's Office of Private Sector oversees the Bureau's engagement efforts, including InfraGard, which is jointly managed with the independent nonprofit InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA). Local InfraGard Member Alliances (chapters) are affiliated with FBI Field Offices, and the secure portal is hosted at infragard.fbi.gov. This confirms direct FBI oversight and involvement.

COPS Program (Community Oriented Policing Services) is not overseen by the FBI. It is administered by the U.S. Department of Justice's (DOJ) Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office), a separate component within DOJ. COPS provides grants to state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies to advance community policing practices, including hiring/re-hiring officers, technology, training, and innovative strategies. It was established by the 1994 Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act and focuses on community policing nationwide. While the FBI collaborates broadly with law enforcement (including training and partnerships), COPS is not an FBI program and has no direct oversight by the FBI or its Office of Private Sector. Searches on official FBI sites show no connection to a "COPS program" under FBI management; references to "COPS" on fbi.gov relate to unrelated community outreach initiatives, not the DOJ grant program.
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LEGAL QUESTION#2: This is a "for instance," scenario, if the FBI oversees InfraGard which includes a grocery store, take for example Publix, and Publix has the electronics infrastructure for striking people with a frequency to stimulate their implants and cripple them while shopping, and the people who use the electronic system to strike implants are Publix employees or persons hired by COPS or CAP who come in from outside the store but the store allows the stalking on their premises, then the FBI, the InfraGard partner, the COPS or CAP program, and the Justice Department are involved working together on the same projects! They are participating, collaborating, hmmm, collaboration with Nazi's comes to mind, however, an investigator would have to take one case and follow it through to find out who is doing what with whom to whom. Get ready to get killed if you do that. They kill intelligent people who figure it out.

Community Oriented Policing Services

Socialist Global Agenda:

The government pays the elderly, the young, employed, unemployed, drug addicts/dealers, criminals and homeless to break into your house, sabotage your vehicles, break your home's utility equipment, install electronic surveillance in your homes and stalk and harass you in your home and in public no matter where you go, even if its to step out on your porch, go for a walk or for a bike ride. This is an endless program where you have to spend your hard earned money on protection from the police and the neighbors.

This is a nation-wide, world-wide agenda defined and started by globalists to take control of communities. This is why all official accounts, Wiki, AI platforms, news and even scientific article define Targeted Individuals as mental patients, to discount their testimony and deny this program exists. It is strongly entrenched in 2026 for the globalists to take control of police and the neighborhood when the time comes officially. Presently, the socialist/Marxist, globalists have effectively taken control of the country by taking control of the police, businesses, neighborhood snitches and you. Its in place, but they have done it so quietly, nothing like Nazi thugs, you might notice that.

CRS Product Type: Reports; CRS Product Number: R48151; Referenced Legislation: P.L.103-322; P.L.109-162; P.L.118-64; P.L.119-4; Topics: Justice & Law Enforcement; Publication Date: 04/24/2025; Author: James, Nathan; https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/R48151#_Toc196836011

"Defining Community Policing

Under the authorization for the COPS program, grants can be awarded for hiring or rehiring law enforcement officers "for deployment in community-oriented policing," to procure technology to "to increase the number of officers deployed in community-oriented policing," or to facilitate the adoption of "community-oriented policing as an organization-wide philosophy." However, the authorization for the program does not contain a definition of community-oriented policing.37

It is not always clear what actually constitutes community-oriented policing. The COPS Office states community policing is a "philosophy that promotes organizational strategies that support the systematic use of partnerships and problem-solving techniques to proactively address the immediate conditions that give rise to public safety issues such as crime, social disorder, and fear of crime."38 Two scholars, in their review of trends in policing, describe community policing as "a catchphrase that has been used to describe a potpourri of different strategies" and that "one complication in determining the extent to which [community policing] has transformed policing is determining exactly what it is."39 A 2018 review of proactive policing strategies conducted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine stated that "despite [community policing's] longevity as a reform—it dates back more than three decades—there is still considerable variation in how community-oriented policing is defined."40 The academy noted that community policing started with an emphasis on community-focused tactics, such as foot patrol, neighborhood watch, and community meetings or newsletters.41 However, community policing practices evolved to include collective efficacy and empowerment; procedural justice and legitimacy; and efforts to increase police accountability through citizen review boards, body-worn cameras, and improved complaint processes.42 In a literature review of community oriented policing and problem oriented policing, community oriented policing is described as "a broad policing strategy that relies heavily on community involvement and partnerships, and on police presence in the community, to address local crime and disorder."43

While there are different conceptualizations of community policing, some common elements emerge from the literature:44

• An emphasis on partnerships: Community policing posits that the police can rarely solve public safety problems alone; therefore, law enforcement should develop partnerships with community stakeholders (e.g., other government agencies, community members, nonprofit organizations/service providers, businesses, and the media) to develop solutions to problems and promote trust in police.

• Citizen input: Under community policing, law enforcement should engage the public in making decisions about public safety priorities, addressing identified problems, and making decisions about how their communities should be policed. In addition, the police should carefully consider citizen input when making policy decisions that affect the community.

• A focus on prevention and problem solving: Community policing promotes proactive efforts to address conditions that are contributing to public safety problems rather than responding to crime after it occurs. One of the more commonly cited problem-solving models in the community policing literature is SARA (scanning, analysis, response, and assessment). Scanning involves identifying and prioritizing problems. Analysis involves researching what is known about the problems. Response includes developing solutions to permanently reduce the number and extent of the problems. Assessment involves evaluating the success of the response to the identified problems.

• Changing officer assignments: One of the key tenets of community policing is a focus on long-term geographic assignments. This means assigning officers to a place (i.e., a specific beat) for an extended period of time to facilitate interactions between the officers and residents and foster a sense of mutual accountability for what happens in the neighborhood.

• Fostering positive interactions: Policing involves some negative or coercive interactions with members of the public, such as making arrests, issuing tickets, stopping people based on reasonable suspicion, or ordering people to desist disruptive behavior. As such, under community policing law enforcement also works to develop ways to have positive interactions with the public. The theory is that positive interactions can help offset the negative interactions, foster a sense of familiarity and trust, and allow police officers to become more knowledgeable about people and conditions on their beat.

• Organizational change: Community policing emphasizes the need for flatter organizations (i.e., reduced layers of hierarchy) and decentralized authority. These changes are necessary so that officers can act more independently, be more responsive to their communities, and take responsibility for their roles in community policing. In addition, management should empower officers to be proactive and creative in solving public safety problems and developing relationships with the community. Community policing also places an emphasis on organizational culture, mission, and values, and less emphasis on rules and policies, with the idea that if officers are instilled with certain values they will generally make good decisions. Evaluations of officers' performance should be based on the quality of their community policing and problem-solving activities instead of traditional performance indicators (e.g., tickets issued, arrests made, calls handled).

• Access to information: Community policing relies on collecting and producing data on a range of police functions—not just enforcement and call-handling activities—as a means to developing solutions to community problems and providing citizen-focused services. Community policing also emphasizes the need for police to conduct crime analysis at a more localized level (e.g., a neighborhood) so that officers can identify and respond to problem hotspots.

There may be some questions about whether COPS grants move law enforcement agencies to embrace community policing agency-wide rather than just at the officer level. According to the COPS Office, the agency has received more than $20 billion in funding and it has awarded grants to over 13,000 of the 18,000 law enforcement agencies in the United States.45 However, data from BJS indicate that as of 2020, 32% of police departments have a written community policing plan, though a majority of police departments serving jurisdictions of 50,000 or more people have such a plan.46 BJS's data indicate that nearly 40% of police officers work in agencies that do not have a community policing plan.47 A 2014 study concluded that COPS grants awarded to law enforcement agencies serving 50,000 or fewer people in the mid-1990s did not promote widespread adoption of community policing principles among these agencies.48

During the mid- to late 1990s, the COPS Office awarded billions of dollars in grants for law enforcement agencies to hire officers to engage in community policing. However, some scholars argue that there is not great consistency in what constitutes community policing, and the concept of community policing can just be a way for law enforcement agencies to present their old ways in a new package. For instance, two scholars have previously noted, "[law enforcement agencies] are managing to reconstitute their image away from the citizen-controller paradigm based in the autonomous legal order and towards a more comforting Normal Rockwell image―police as kind, community care-takers."49 They contend that community policing is more about police transforming their image rather than the substance of their work.

Some research suggests that community policing might help improve the perception of the legitimacy of the police, but it has a limited effect on reducing crime and citizens' fear of crime. Policing scholars at George Mason's Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy note

Evidence for the effectiveness of community policing is mixed. Several systematic and narrative reviews find that its impact on crime prevention is limited and that it has little impact on reducing citizens' fear of crime.... However, community policing was originally intended to emphasize the non-crime-fighting roles of the police, such as building community trust, and to increase citizen satisfaction with and confidence in the police.... [A 2014 study found] that community policing is associated with significant increases in citizen ratings of satisfaction with the police and also has positive benefits for police legitimacy and citizen perceptions of disorder.50

At the same time, and consistent with the debate over what community policing is, these experts also note: As with many areas of policing, research guidance on implementing community-oriented policing is limited. A key challenge is the diversity of strategies that have been deployed under the umbrella of community policing over time and across different agencies. The extent to which departments who claim to be doing community policing engage in community partnerships, systematic problem-solving, and organizational transformation varies substantially, and there is not always a formal process for citizen engagement in identifying and responding to problems.51

Before allocating more funding for COPS hiring grants, policymakers might consider whether there need to be clearer expectations for how law enforcement agencies use the officers hired with the grants, or at least whether there should be some limitations on COPS-funded officers' activities. For example, policymakers could consider legislation that would prevent law enforcement agencies from placing COPS-funded officers on SWAT teams or specialized units that engage in aggressive enforcement of specific offenses."

Community Assistance Programs

Citizens assistance programs for neighborhood surveillance primarily focus on Neighborhood Watch, a community-police partnership where residents report suspicious activity, acting as extra eyes and ears, often alongside tech like cameras or specialized Citizen Observer Programs (C.O.P.) that provide patrols and resources, all designed to deter crime and build community vigilance, not replace law enforcement. These programs empower residents with training on security and reporting, using communication networks and sometimes physical patrols to enhance local safety, with support from agencies like the National Neighborhood Watch.

Key Aspects of Citizen-Led Surveillance Programs:

• Neighborhood Watch: The most common form, focusing on resident training, communication (phone trees, apps), and reporting to police, not direct intervention.

• Citizen Observer Programs (C.O.P.): Volunteers patrol in marked cars with lights/radios, acting as a visible deterrent and providing direct support to deputies.

• Community Policing: Fosters collaboration, making residents partners in prevention, using methods like property marking and security surveys.

• Technology Integration: Uses neighborhood cameras, online platforms (like Nextdoor), and apps to share alerts quickly.

• Training & Education: Law enforcement provides resources on identifying suspicious behavior, home security, and effective reporting.

How They Work:

1. Forming a Group: Residents contact their local police/sheriff's office to start or join a program.

2. Training: Officers train members to be observant and report, emphasizing safety.

3. Communication Network: Establish ways to share info quickly (calls, apps, etc.).

4. Vigilance: Members watch for unusual activity and report it to the police.

5. Community Building: Strengthens bonds and creates a shared responsibility for safety.

How is CAP funded?

Neighborhood Watch programs, especially the national initiative, receive funding from federal sources like the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), alongside support from the National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) and local fundraising, community partnerships, and corporate grants for materials, training, and program support to foster citizen involvement in crime prevention and community safety.

Key Funding Sources

• Federal Government: The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) within the U.S. Department of Justice provides grants and administrative support for the national program.

• National Sheriffs' Association (NSA): The NSA has historically secured and distributed federal funding and continues to manage the national program, providing resources and materials.

• Local Fundraising & Donations: Individual watch groups often rely on local donations, community fundraisers, and partnerships with businesses (like hardware stores or grocery chains) for supplies or specific projects.

• Corporate Sponsorships: Companies like Target and Walmart offer community grants that local watch groups or law enforcement partners can apply for.

• 501(c)(3) Status: Some larger, county-wide organizations (like Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade) become tax-exempt non-profits to receive private and government donations, enabling them to support multiple local groups.

How Funds Are Used

• Creating and distributing educational materials (manuals, brochures).

• Providing training for law enforcement and citizens.

• Supporting local groups with resources for community projects.

• Funding emergency preparedness initiatives.

Funding is a blend of national-level federal and non-profit support, supplemented by vital local efforts and community-based fundraising.

What is the funding for COPS for 2025?

The Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program, administered by the U.S. Department of Justice's COPS Office, refers to federal funding supporting community policing initiatives, primarily through grants to state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. The COPS Office is a component of the United States Department of Justice. The COPS Office was established through a provision in the 1994 Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act.

Since 1994, the COPS Office has provided $14 billion in assistance to state and local law enforcement agencies to help hire community policing officers. The COPS Office also funds the research and development of guides, tools and training, and provides technical assistance [Thats where all the instruction comes from on how to be a stalker and they provide the devices to stalk with.] to police departments implementing community policing principles.

For Fiscal Year 2025 (FY2025), the enacted/appropriated funding for the overall COPS account/office appears to be approximately $417 million in discretionary funding. This reflects a decrease from prior years (e.g., around $685 million in FY2024), partly due to the elimination of certain elements like community project funding or specific technology programs under the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (P.L. 119-4), and related adjustments.

The President's FY2025 budget request for the COPS Office was $534 million in discretionary funding (plus $2.2 billion in mandatory funding proposals). However, final enacted levels were lower, with reports indicating $417 million (or approximately $417.2 million in some breakdowns) for the COPS account under Commerce, Justice, Science appropriations frameworks. This total funds various programs, including hiring, technology, school violence prevention, anti-drug task forces, and community policing development. A major component is the COPS Hiring Program (CHP), which had $156.6 million (often rounded to $157 million) available in FY2025 for hiring/rehiring officers. This program closed to applications in July 2025, supporting up to 75% of entry-level salaries and benefits (with a 25% local match required unless waived).

Other notable FY2025 COPS program fundings mentioned in announcements and reports include School Violence Prevention Program: Around $73 million in some listings, Anti-Heroin and Anti-Methamphetamine Task Forces: $35 million and $16 million, respectively (in certain grant solicitations), and Community Policing Development (e.g., microgrants): Around $8.8 million.

What is the funding for CAP for 2025?

CAP or Neighborhood Watch itself does not get government grants and lacks a specific national pot of money. Local groups or related efforts sometimes access small grants via programs like private foundations (e.g., Target's Law Enforcement Grant Program or MetLife/LISC partnerships for community-police initiatives), state/local public safety grants, occasional one-time allocations (e.g., a city like Fresno, CA, budgeting $300,000 in a specific year for watch program revival/expansion), and Federal crime prevention funding (e.g., through DOJ's COPS Office or BJA*) supports broader community policing and violence reduction but does not earmark amounts specifically for Neighborhood Watch nationwide.

There is no set nationwide funding amount for a "CAP program" tied to Citizens Neighborhood Watch. The initiative relies heavily on volunteerism and local resources, with total nationwide "funding" effectively minimal or zero in centralized terms.
[CAP is probably not a major part of the organized national stalking program, however, it could play some part. Also, the BJA may have some part they play.]

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*What is the DOJ's BJA? The BJA is the Bureau of Justice Assistance, is a key agency within the Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs (OJP), that provides critical funding, training, and technical assistance to state, local, and tribal justice agencies to reduce crime, lower recidivism, and promote fair justice systems. It administers major grant programs, like the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, supporting law enforcement, courts, corrections, and community-based efforts across the nation.

The BJA provides funding and distributes federal grants to support a wide range of criminal justice initiatives such as Training & Technical Assistance (TTA): Helps agencies implement best practices, new technologies, and address specific challenges, supports various agencies by working with police, courts, corrections, reentry programs, and community partners, and focuses on key goals: Aims to reduce crime, lower recidivism (repeat offenses), and ensure a safer, fairer justice system. BJA is a primary source of federal support for frontline justice efforts at the state and local levels, helping them tackle complex challenges and improve public safety.

Funding of State Sponsored Stalking