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Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 by changing federal assistance to local law enforcement block grants.

Highlights:

• Sets guidelines that local units must meet in order to qualify for grants.

• Prohibits the use of block grant funds for the procurement of certain vehicles unless cleared by the Attorney General under special circumstances.

• Requires any local government unit to repay any funds not expended within 2 years of receipt.

• Authorizes $10 billion over five years to carry out activities under this act, including: 
• Hiring, training and employing law enforcement and support personnel, including paying overtime to presently employed officers and personnel.
• Obtaining necessary operating equipment and technology.
• Establishing crime prevention programs and intervention programs for juveniles.
• Enhancing the security in and around schools and other “special risk” locations as determined by local governments.
• Supporting drug courts and developing drug control programs under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1986.
• Creating an inter-government task force to prevent and combat crime in adjacent localities, with a focus on drug- or gang-related criminal activities.

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Full Bill Text