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To authorize grants for States, and units of local government that take efforts to stop enabling repeat violence, and for other purposes.
1/8/2025, 1:40 PM
Summary of Bill HR 198
Bill 119 HR 198, also known as the "Repeat Violence Prevention Act," aims to provide grants to states and local governments that are actively working to prevent repeat instances of violence. The bill focuses on stopping the cycle of violence by supporting initiatives that address the root causes of repeated violent behavior.
The grants authorized by this bill will be used to fund programs and services that aim to prevent and intervene in cases of repeat violence. This includes providing support for victims, implementing prevention strategies, and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
In addition to providing grants, the bill also includes provisions for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the programs funded by the grants. This will ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and that the programs are making a positive impact in reducing repeat violence. Overall, Bill 119 HR 198 is a proactive approach to addressing the issue of repeat violence by providing support and resources to states and local governments that are committed to stopping the cycle of violence in their communities.
The grants authorized by this bill will be used to fund programs and services that aim to prevent and intervene in cases of repeat violence. This includes providing support for victims, implementing prevention strategies, and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
In addition to providing grants, the bill also includes provisions for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the programs funded by the grants. This will ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and that the programs are making a positive impact in reducing repeat violence. Overall, Bill 119 HR 198 is a proactive approach to addressing the issue of repeat violence by providing support and resources to states and local governments that are committed to stopping the cycle of violence in their communities.
Congressional Summary of HR 198
Stop Enabling Repeat Violence and Endangering Our Communities Act or the SERVE Our Communities Act
This bill authorizes the Bureau of Justice Assistance to make grants to states and local governments for mentoring, transitional services, and training to help offenders successfully reintegrate back into the community after incarceration. To be eligible for a grant, a state or local government must take steps to prevent repeat offenses by violent offenders and allow a state court or magistrate to consider the danger an individual poses to the community when determining bail or pretrial release conditions.
Current Status of Bill HR 198
Bill HR 198 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 198 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 198's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 198
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
5Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 198
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 198
To authorize grants for States, and units of local government that take efforts to stop enabling repeat violence, and for other purposes.
To authorize grants for States, and units of local government that take efforts to stop enabling repeat violence, and for other purposes.
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