Redirecting $45 Billion to Local Police Hiring and Justice Assistance Programs.
This act significantly boosts federal funding for local law enforcement, allocating $45 billion to the Byrne Justice Assistance Grant Program (Byrne JAG). It also redirects funds previously earmarked for federal immigration enforcement (ICE) to the COPS Hiring Program, extending its availability until 2030. The goal is to increase police presence and improve public safety nationwide, particularly by making grants more accessible to smaller jurisdictions.
Key points
$45 billion allocated for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (Byrne JAG) through September 2029.
Funding for the COPS Hiring Program is extended until 2030, shifting resources from federal immigration enforcement to local police hiring.
Small jurisdictions and Tribal governments employing fewer than 175 officers receive waivers, making it easier for them to access COPS hiring grants.
Status:
Introduced
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