Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:47:12Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1260 Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1260

Bill 117 HR 1260, also known as the Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021, aims to address the issue of cyclical violence in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 25, 2021, by a bipartisan group of lawmakers.

The main goal of the bill is to create a comprehensive strategy to prevent and reduce cyclical violence in communities across the country. This includes implementing evidence-based prevention programs, increasing access to mental health services, and improving coordination between law enforcement agencies and community organizations.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund local initiatives that focus on preventing cyclical violence. These grants would be awarded to organizations that have a proven track record of success in reducing violence and promoting community safety. Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a national task force on cyclical violence, which would be responsible for developing a national strategy to address this issue. The task force would be composed of experts from various fields, including law enforcement, mental health, and community advocacy. Overall, the Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021 seeks to take a holistic approach to addressing the root causes of cyclical violence and implementing effective solutions to prevent it. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is currently being considered in committee for further review and potential amendments before being brought to a vote on the House floor.

Congressional Summary of HR 1260

Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021

This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program for specified trauma centers and nonprofits to establish or expand intervention or prevention programs related to intentional violent trauma, excluding intimate partner violence.

Read the Full Bill

Formatted Text PDF Formatted XML

Current Status of Bill HR 1260

Bill HR 1260 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 23, 2021. Bill HR 1260 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 23, 2021. Bill HR 1260's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of May 13, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1260

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

Democrat Cosponsors

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1260

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightCorrectional facilities and imprisonmentCrime preventionDetention of personsGovernment information and archivesHealth facilities and institutionsHealth information and medical recordsHealth programs administration and fundingMedical researchSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsViolent crime

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1260

Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021To amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a grant program supporting trauma center violence intervention and violence prevention programs, and for other purposes.Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021Bipartisan Solution to Cyclical Violence Act of 2021

Start holding our government accountable!