What does Preamble of Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. The proposed amendment would prohibit the award of Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants. These grants would be withheld from states or local governments that limit the use of cash bail.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act

What does PROHIBITION ON GRANTS FOR CERTAIN ENTITIES. of Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act do?

This section amends Section 502 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. It defines a 'covered offense' as a criminal offense posing a clear threat to public safety and order, including violent or sexual acts, and offenses promoting public disorder. The Attorney General is prohibited from awarding, renewing, or extending grants to states or local governments with policies or laws that substantially limit cash bail for individuals charged with a covered offense. This prohibition takes effect for the fiscal year beginning on the first October 1 occurring after the enactment of the Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act, and continues in subsequent fiscal years.

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Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act

Last updated: 9/4/2025 · Introduced: 9/4/2025

Author: Marsha Blackburn (R-TN)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits the Department of Justice from awarding grants to states or local governments that substantially limit cash bail for individuals charged with violent or public disorder offenses.
The bill defines 'covered offenses' as those posing a clear threat to public safety and order, including violent and sexual acts.
The grant prohibition applies to fiscal years beginning after the bill's enactment.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 5213(In Committee)Official page

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