Restoring Law and Order Act: $10 Billion for Police and Crime Fighting.
This Act establishes a new grant program for law enforcement agencies, aiming to enhance public safety by hiring and retaining officers, combating child trafficking, and targeting drug crimes. The $10 billion funding is redirected from existing federal programs, including diversity initiatives. Citizens can expect stronger local police presence, faster processing of criminal evidence, and a stricter approach to repeat offenders and criminal illegal aliens.
Key points
$10 Billion for Law Enforcement Grants: Funds are allocated to hire and retain officers (including bonuses) and acquire resources to better target drug and fentanyl crimes.
Focus on Public Safety: Grants must be used to combat interstate child trafficking, eliminate investigatory backlogs, and prosecute vehicle thefts, including carjackings.
Stricter Criminal Justice Tools: The Act prioritizes using bail and pretrial detention to prevent dangerous offenders from returning to communities and promotes stringent sentences for repeat offenders.
Funding Source: The money is secured by rescinding unobligated balances from other acts and redirecting funds previously allocated for Federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Rural County Support: At least 25% of the awarded grants must be distributed to eligible law enforcement entities located in rural counties.
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