To authorize grants for States, and units of local government that take efforts to stop enabling repeat violence, and for other purposes.

1/8/2025, 1:40 PM
Congress
119

Number
HR - 198

Introduced on
2025-01-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

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.

Bill 119 HR 198, also known as the "Repeat Violence Prevention Act," aims to provide grants to states and local governments that are actively working to prevent repeat instances of violence. The bill focuses on stopping the cycle of violence by supporting initiatives that address the root causes of repeated violent behavior.

The grants authorized by this bill will be used to fund programs and services that aim to prevent and intervene in cases of repeat violence. This includes providing support for victims, implementing prevention strategies, and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.

In addition to providing grants, the bill also includes provisions for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the programs funded by the grants. This will ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and that the programs are making a positive impact in reducing repeat violence. Overall, Bill 119 HR 198 is a proactive approach to addressing the issue of repeat violence by providing support and resources to states and local governments that are committed to stopping the cycle of violence in their communities.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo 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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Recent Activity

Latest Summary2/12/2025

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, transiti...


Latest Action1/3/2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.