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Fair Legal Access Grants Act
12/15/2023, 4:01 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4854
Bill 118 hr 4854, also known as the Fair Legal Access Grants Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide funding for grants that will help low-income individuals and families access legal services.
The bill proposes the establishment of a grant program that would allocate funds to organizations that provide legal assistance to those who cannot afford it. These grants would be used to support a variety of legal services, including representation in court, advice on legal matters, and assistance with paperwork and filings.
The Fair Legal Access Grants Act aims to address the issue of unequal access to legal services, particularly for low-income individuals who may struggle to afford legal representation. By providing funding for organizations that offer these services, the bill seeks to ensure that all Americans have access to the legal help they need. Overall, the Fair Legal Access Grants Act is a bipartisan effort to improve access to justice for all Americans, regardless of their financial situation. If passed, this bill could have a significant impact on the lives of those who are currently unable to afford legal assistance.
The bill proposes the establishment of a grant program that would allocate funds to organizations that provide legal assistance to those who cannot afford it. These grants would be used to support a variety of legal services, including representation in court, advice on legal matters, and assistance with paperwork and filings.
The Fair Legal Access Grants Act aims to address the issue of unequal access to legal services, particularly for low-income individuals who may struggle to afford legal representation. By providing funding for organizations that offer these services, the bill seeks to ensure that all Americans have access to the legal help they need. Overall, the Fair Legal Access Grants Act is a bipartisan effort to improve access to justice for all Americans, regardless of their financial situation. If passed, this bill could have a significant impact on the lives of those who are currently unable to afford legal assistance.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4854
Bill HR 4854 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2023. Bill HR 4854 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 25, 2023. Bill HR 4854's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 25, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4854
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4854
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4854
Fair Legal Access Grants Act
Fair Legal Access Grants Act
To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to award grants for providing legal resources for petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders, and for other purposes.
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