Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa Criminal Justice Support Act

Hozzl · 2025-10-04T10:23:14Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5640 Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa Criminal Justice Support Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/4/2025, 10:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5640

The bill titled "Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa Criminal Justice Support Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on September 30, 2025. Further details on the purpose, key provisions, or specific directives of the bill are not provided in the context object.

Congressional Summary of HR 5640

Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa Criminal Justice Support Act

This bill increases the amount of state formula grant funds allocated to American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program.

Currently, American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands are considered to be one state, and they split one JAG allocation with 67% going to American Samoa and 33% going to the Northern Mariana Islands.

This bill considers American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands to be separate states, which entitles each of them to a full JAG allocation.

Current Status of Bill HR 5640

Bill HR 5640 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 30, 2025. Bill HR 5640 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on September 30, 2025. Bill HR 5640's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of September 30, 2025