Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-11T05:08:17Z

Explore the details of House Bill 350 Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/11/2025, 5:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 350

Bill 119 hr 350, also known as the "Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act Amendment Act," aims to make changes to the existing Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act. The main provision of this bill requires district attorney and prosecutor offices to report certain information to the Attorney General.

The purpose of this reporting requirement is to increase transparency and accountability within the criminal justice system. By mandating that district attorney and prosecutor offices report to the Attorney General, it will allow for better tracking and monitoring of their activities.

In addition to the reporting requirement, the bill also includes other provisions that are not specified in the summary. These additional provisions may address various aspects of the criminal justice system, such as funding for law enforcement agencies, support for crime prevention programs, or other related issues. Overall, Bill 119 hr 350 seeks to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the criminal justice system by increasing oversight and accountability of district attorney and prosecutor offices. It is important to note that this summary provides a general overview of the bill and does not cover all of its details.

Congressional Summary of HR 350

Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act

This bill requires certain state and local prosecutors to report data on criminal referrals and outcomes of cases involving murder or non-negligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, arson, or any offense involving the illegal use or possession of a firearm.

The reporting requirement applies to state and local prosecutors in a jurisdiction with 380,000 or more persons that receives funding under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program. The report must contain data on

cases referred for prosecution,
cases declined for prosecution,
cases resulting in a plea agreement with the defendant,
cases initiated against defendants with previous arrests or convictions, and
defendants charged who were released or eligible for bail.

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Current Status of Bill HR 350

Bill HR 350 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 13, 2025. Bill HR 350 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 13, 2025. Bill HR 350's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 13, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 350

To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act to direct district attorney and prosecutors offices to report to the Attorney General, and for other purposes.