Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program Authorization Act of 2018

Bill 115 HR 3249, also known as the Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program Authorization Act of 2018, aims to authorize funding for the Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program. The PSN program is a collaborative effort between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to reduce violent crime in communities across the United States.

The bill seeks to provide grants to support initiatives that focus on reducing gun and gang violence, as well as other violent crimes. These grants would be used to fund a variety of activities, such as community outreach programs, law enforcement training, and the implementation of evidence-based crime prevention strategies.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance coordination between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, as well as to improve data collection and analysis related to violent crime. It also calls for the evaluation of the effectiveness of PSN programs in reducing crime rates and improving community safety. Overall, the Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program Authorization Act of 2018 aims to provide resources and support to law enforcement agencies and community organizations working to address violent crime and improve public safety in communities across the country.