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Funding Restrictions for Defunding Police
Recent Bills/Funding Restrictions for Defunding Police

Funding Restrictions for Defunding Police

IntroducedMay 15, 2025
Introduced8 months ago
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Why This Matters

This bill prevents states and local areas that cut police funding from getting federal grants. It aims to ensure that public safety is prioritized in funding decisions.

If you live in a city that defunds its police, it could lose access to important federal funding for community projects.
Who this affects
Residents in areas
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill stops certain areas from receiving federal grants if they defund their police departments.
  2. 2It defines what it means to defund a police department at both state and local levels.
  3. 3Areas that significantly cut police budgets without facing revenue drops will be ineligible for federal funds.
  4. 4The bill affects grants for economic development and community projects.
  5. 5States or localities that defund police must return any federal funds they received.
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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
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IntroducedCurrentMay 15, 2025

Introduced in Senate

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The President

Donald Trump
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Awaiting Vote
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