H.R.8856

Stop Gang Violence Act

Introduced·5/15/26

Stop Gang Violence Act prioritizes local governments reporting gang-related offenses to the FBI for Byrne-JAG grants.

The Stop Gang Violence Act amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to prioritize local governments that report gang-related offenses to the FBI for Byrne-JAG grants. This change aims to enhance the effectiveness of these grants by ensuring that jurisdictions sharing detailed gang information receive priority consideration. The bill seeks to improve the tracking and prevention of gang violence through better data sharing.

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History

May 15

House

Introduced in House

May 15

House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.