Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act

11/14/2024, 12:08 AM
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 hr 8205, also known as the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance public safety by preventing violent offenders from being released back into society.

The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. First, it calls for the establishment of a national database of violent offenders, which would be accessible to law enforcement agencies across the country. This database would help ensure that repeat offenders are not able to slip through the cracks and continue to commit violent crimes.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for stricter sentencing guidelines for violent offenders. This would mean longer prison sentences for those convicted of violent crimes, with the aim of keeping them off the streets and away from potential victims. Furthermore, the bill calls for increased funding for programs aimed at rehabilitating violent offenders and reducing recidivism rates. By providing resources for education, job training, and mental health services, the hope is that these individuals can successfully reintegrate into society without posing a threat to public safety. Overall, the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of violent crime in a proactive and effective manner. By implementing these measures, the bill aims to make communities safer and reduce the likelihood of individuals reoffending.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 8205

Introduced on
2024-05-01

# Amendments
2

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/25/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Failed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 hr 8205, also known as the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance public safety by preventing violent offenders from being released back into society.

The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. First, it calls for the establishment of a national database of violent offenders, which would be accessible to law enforcement agencies across the country. This database would help ensure that repeat offenders are not able to slip through the cracks and continue to commit violent crimes.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for stricter sentencing guidelines for violent offenders. This would mean longer prison sentences for those convicted of violent crimes, with the aim of keeping them off the streets and away from potential victims. Furthermore, the bill calls for increased funding for programs aimed at rehabilitating violent offenders and reducing recidivism rates. By providing resources for education, job training, and mental health services, the hope is that these individuals can successfully reintegrate into society without posing a threat to public safety. Overall, the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of violent crime in a proactive and effective manner. By implementing these measures, the bill aims to make communities safer and reduce the likelihood of individuals reoffending.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide that Byrne grant funds may be used for public safety report systems, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
Criminal procedure and sentencing•
Fraud offenses and financial crimes

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/12/2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.