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Fair Legal Access Grants Act

2/10/2026, 4:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7171

The bill titled "Fair Legal Access Grants Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on January 21, 2026. It is designated as H.R. 7171. The bill aims to establish grant programs to improve access to legal services for underprivileged individuals. Specific provisions may include funding for legal aid organizations, initiatives to expand legal resources in underserved communities, and support for pro bono legal services. For further details and the full text of the bill, refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr7171/BILLS-119hr7171ih.pdf.

Current Status of Bill HR 7171

Bill HR 7171 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 21, 2026. Bill HR 7171 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 21, 2026.  Bill HR 7171's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7171

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7171

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7171

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.
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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