What does HATE CRIME PREVENTION GRANT. of Community-Based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crimes Act of 2026 do?

This section establishes a hate crime prevention grant program administered by the Attorney General. Community-based organizations can apply for grants to fund specific activities. Grant funds can be used for conflict resolution, community empowerment, and education. Eligible uses of funds include developing diversion programs, public education campaigns, and support for victims. The program supports educational classes and community service for defendants convicted of hate crimes. Grants may also fund safety ambassadors, mental health support, and de-escalation training. A 'community-based organization' is defined as a nonprofit organization serving a community targeted by hate crimes. The Act authorizes $30,000,000 annually from fiscal year 2027 through 2031 to carry out this section.

What does REMOVAL OF GRANT AMOUNT LIMIT FOR SUPPORT FOR CERTAIN CRIMINAL of Community-Based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crimes Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 4704(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010. Paragraph (5) of Section 4704(b) is struck. Paragraphs (6) and (7) of Section 4704(b) are redesignated as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively.

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Community-Based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crimes Act of 2026

Q: What does Preamble of Community-Based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crimes Act of 2026 do?

This bill authorizes the Attorney General to establish a hate crime prevention grant. The bill's stated purpose is to authorize the Attorney General to establish a hate crime prevention grant, and for other purposes.

Q: What does SHORT TITLE. of Community-Based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crimes Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Community-Based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crimes Act of 2026.

Last updated: 5/29/2026 · Introduced: 5/29/2026

Author: Grace Meng (D-NY)

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This bill establishes a hate crime prevention grant program, providing up to $30 million annually from 2027 to 2031 for community-based organizations to implement programs focused on conflict resolution, education, and victim support.
The bill allows grant funds to support educational classes and community service for individuals convicted of hate crimes.
This legislation removes a limitation on grant funding related to support for certain criminal justice programs as outlined in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.

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