US citizens: phone your congresscritter to oppose any federal bill to
"get tough on crime."
I've seen an email that specifically mentioned the danger of laws that
would offer additional funds for hiring cops, or punish local
governments for prioritizing gentle and helpful ways of reducing
crime, such as housing, violence prevention and jobs, rather than
policing and incarceration.
You can mention those points in your phone call, if you wish.
I got this from a petition which I cannot sign or recommend, even
though I agree with what it says, because signing requires running
nonfree Javascript code.
The Capitol Switchboard numbers are 202-224-3121, 888-818-6641
and 888-355-3588.