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SERVE Our Communities Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 304
Bill 118 hr 304, also known as the SERVE Our Communities Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide support and resources to communities across the country through the expansion of national service programs.
One of the key provisions of the SERVE Our Communities Act is the establishment of a new grant program that would provide funding to organizations that engage in community service activities. These grants would be used to support a wide range of projects, including disaster relief efforts, environmental conservation initiatives, and programs aimed at addressing poverty and homelessness.
Additionally, the bill seeks to increase the number of AmeriCorps and Senior Corps volunteers by expanding recruitment efforts and providing incentives for individuals to participate in these programs. This would help to strengthen the national service infrastructure and ensure that more communities have access to the support they need. Overall, the SERVE Our Communities Act is aimed at promoting civic engagement and community involvement by providing resources and support to organizations and individuals who are working to make a positive impact in their communities. If passed, this legislation has the potential to significantly enhance the ability of communities across the country to address pressing social and environmental challenges.
One of the key provisions of the SERVE Our Communities Act is the establishment of a new grant program that would provide funding to organizations that engage in community service activities. These grants would be used to support a wide range of projects, including disaster relief efforts, environmental conservation initiatives, and programs aimed at addressing poverty and homelessness.
Additionally, the bill seeks to increase the number of AmeriCorps and Senior Corps volunteers by expanding recruitment efforts and providing incentives for individuals to participate in these programs. This would help to strengthen the national service infrastructure and ensure that more communities have access to the support they need. Overall, the SERVE Our Communities Act is aimed at promoting civic engagement and community involvement by providing resources and support to organizations and individuals who are working to make a positive impact in their communities. If passed, this legislation has the potential to significantly enhance the ability of communities across the country to address pressing social and environmental challenges.
Congressional Summary of HR 304
Stop Enabling Repeat Violence and Endangering Our Communities Act or the SERVE Our Communities Act
This bill authorizes the Bureau of Justice Assistance to make grants to states and local governments for mentoring, transitional services, and training to help offenders successfully reintegrate back into the community after incarceration. To be eligible for a grant, a state or local government must take steps to prevent repeat offenses by violent offenders and allow a state court or magistrate to consider the danger an individual poses to the community when determining bail or pretrial release conditions.
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Current Status of Bill HR 304
Bill HR 304 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 11, 2023. Bill HR 304 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2023. Bill HR 304's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 11, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 304
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
22Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
22Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 304
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Community life and organization
- Correctional facilities and imprisonment
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
- Employee hiring
- Employment and training programs
- Family services
- Health care coverage and access
- Intergovernmental relations
- Law enforcement administration and funding
- Mental health
- State and local courts
- Violent crime
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 304
SERVE Our Communities Act
SERVE Our Communities Act
Stop Enabling Repeat Violence and Endangering Our Communities Act
To authorize grants for States, and units of local government that take efforts to stop enabling repeat violence, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 304
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