S. 2705In Committee

Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act

Prohibit certain state and local governments from receiving Byrne Justice Assistance Grants if they substantially limit cash bail for people charged with specified violent sexual or public disorder offenses

What this bill does

Prohibit certain state and local governments from receiving Byrne Justice Assistance Grants if they substantially limit cash bail for people charged with specified violent sexual or public disorder offenses

Key points
  • Prohibit Byrne grant funding
  • Limit cash bail policies

Where it stands

Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-09-04Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Topics and policy areas

undefinedCrime and Law EnforcementCriminal procedure and sentencingIntergovernmental relationsState and local government operationsViolent crime