Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1223 Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/7/2024, 5:29 PM

Summary of Bill S 1223

Bill 118 s 1223, also known as the Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of violent and dangerous crime in the United States.

The bill includes several key provisions aimed at combating crime. One of the main provisions is the establishment of a grant program to support state and local law enforcement agencies in their efforts to prevent and combat violent crime. This program would provide funding for initiatives such as community policing, gang prevention, and victim support services.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance penalties for certain violent crimes, such as gun trafficking and domestic violence. It also includes provisions to improve the collection and sharing of data on violent crime, in order to better understand and address the root causes of these offenses. Overall, the Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of violent crime in the United States through a combination of funding for law enforcement initiatives, enhanced penalties for offenders, and improved data collection and analysis.

Congressional Summary of S 1223

Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act

This bill makes changes to federal criminal laws related to various offenses, including bank robbery, carjacking, and certain federal drug offenses.

Among the changes, the bill

makes conspiracy to commit bank robbery an offense under the federal bank robbery statute, which means violations carry a maximum prison term of up to 20 years;
broadens the scope of prohibited conduct under the federal carjacking statute and increases statutory maximum penalties for offenses; and
establishes enhanced criminal penalties for certain federal drug offenses involving the manufacture or distribution of candy-flavored controlled substances or similar products for minors.

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Current Status of Bill S 1223

Bill S 1223 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2023. Bill S 1223 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 20, 2023. Bill S 1223's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1223

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1223

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1223

Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime ActCombating Violent and Dangerous Crime ActA bill to improve certain criminal provisions.A bill to improve certain criminal provisions.

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