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Funding Hospital Programs to Break the Cycle of Violence and Reduce Reinjury.

This law establishes a new grant program providing funds to trauma centers to create or expand violence intervention and prevention programs. The goal is to break the cycle of violence by reducing the rate of reinjury and reincarceration among individuals treated for intentional violent trauma. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and health services in high-risk communities.
Key points
Grants (ranging from $250,000 to $500,000) will be awarded to trauma centers in communities experiencing high levels of intentional violence.
The programs focus on victims of violence to prevent them from returning to the hospital or jail due to subsequent acts of aggression.
The Secretary must develop and share best practices for violence prevention based on the findings of these funded programs within six years.
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Print number: 118_S_1447
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Process start date: 2023-05-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1447.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants (ranging from $250,000 to $500,000) will be awarded to trauma centers in communities experiencing high levels of intentional violence.
  • The programs focus on victims of violence to prevent them from returning to the hospital or jail due to subsequent acts of aggression.
  • The Secretary must develop and share best practices for violence prevention based on the findings of these funded programs within six years.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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