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Community Support: New Aid Programs Beyond Law Enforcement

This act establishes a grant program to provide alternative support for individuals in need, aiming to reduce reliance on law enforcement. The goal is to better tailor assistance to specific situations, prevent crisis escalation, and minimize harm. The program will support community-based organizations offering help in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
Key points
New Aid Programs: A grant program will be established for community organizations to respond to crises and daily issues, offering support distinct from police interventions.
Who Benefits: The program focuses on assisting vulnerable groups, including minorities, seniors, individuals with disabilities, homeless persons, victims of violence, and those with mental health or substance use challenges.
Local Partnerships: Grants will be awarded to partnerships between local governments and community organizations, which will jointly develop response plans for residents' needs.
No Police Funding: Funds from this program cannot be allocated to law enforcement agencies, emphasizing the creation of independent, community-based support systems.
Evaluation and Reporting: Grant recipients will be required to submit regular reports detailing fund usage, the number of individuals assisted, and the program's impact on reducing police interventions.
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Additional Information
Community-Based Response Act of 2021
Print number: HR 3862
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Process start date: 2021-06-14