To direct the Attorney General to establish a grant program for civilian traffic violation enforcement.

1/17/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 546, also known as the Civilian Traffic Violation Enforcement Grant Program Act, aims to address traffic violations through a grant program established by the Attorney General. The bill seeks to provide funding for civilians to assist in enforcing traffic laws and promoting road safety.

Under this legislation, the Attorney General would be responsible for administering the grant program, which would provide financial support to individuals or organizations interested in participating in civilian traffic violation enforcement efforts. The goal of the program is to supplement the work of law enforcement agencies and improve compliance with traffic laws.

The bill does not specify the exact criteria for eligibility or the amount of funding that would be available through the grant program. However, it does emphasize the importance of promoting safe driving practices and reducing traffic violations through increased enforcement efforts. Overall, Bill 119 HR 546 seeks to enhance traffic safety by empowering civilians to assist in enforcing traffic laws and promoting responsible driving behavior. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
Congress
119
Number
HR - 546
Introduced on
2025-01-16
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 546, also known as the Civilian Traffic Violation Enforcement Grant Program Act, aims to address traffic violations through a grant program established by the Attorney General. The bill seeks to provide funding for civilians to assist in enforcing traffic laws and promoting road safety.

Under this legislation, the Attorney General would be responsible for administering the grant program, which would provide financial support to individuals or organizations interested in participating in civilian traffic violation enforcement efforts. The goal of the program is to supplement the work of law enforcement agencies and improve compliance with traffic laws.

The bill does not specify the exact criteria for eligibility or the amount of funding that would be available through the grant program. However, it does emphasize the importance of promoting safe driving practices and reducing traffic violations through increased enforcement efforts. Overall, Bill 119 HR 546 seeks to enhance traffic safety by empowering civilians to assist in enforcing traffic laws and promoting responsible driving behavior. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Attorney General to establish a grant program for civilian traffic violation enforcement.

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Committee:  Judiciary
Committee:  Transportation and Infrastructure

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Latest Action1/16/2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdi...