Stop Gang Violence Act
To give priority consideration to units of local government that provide gang affiliation information in reports to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for the purpose of Byrne-JAG grants, and for other purposes.
The Stop Gang Violence Act, proposed by several Republican representatives, aims to give priority to local governments that share gang affiliation data with the FBI when applying for Byrne-JAG grants. These grants are used to support state and local law enforcement efforts. By prioritizing such information, the bill seeks to enhance the effectiveness of these grants in combating gang violence.
This bill would primarily affect local governments and law enforcement agencies by encouraging them to provide detailed gang-related information, potentially improving their chances of receiving funding. The hope is that this will lead to better strategies and resources to address gang violence at the local level.
As of May 15, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. No further actions have been taken yet, so it is still in the early stages of the legislative process.
