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Supporting Crime Prevention Month: Focus on Community Safety and Mental Health Investment.

This House Resolution supports designating October 2025 as Crime Prevention Month, highlighting the massive economic burden of crime, including cybercrime and counterfeit goods. It encourages federal and local governments to invest in proven prevention strategies, such as mental health services, youth mentorship, and safer urban design. The resolution calls upon citizens to actively participate in local safety initiatives to build more resilient communities.
Key points
Encourages Federal funding for evidence-based crime prevention grants, focusing on behavioral health treatment and youth mentorship to address root causes of crime.
Promotes the use of safer design principles (CPTED) in housing and infrastructure projects to deter crime in neighborhoods.
Calls for increased public-private partnerships to revitalize communities and encourages citizens to observe the month by promoting public safety.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_844
Sponsor: Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21]
Process start date: 2025-10-31