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BillHR 8856 · 119

Stop Gang Violence Act

Introduced
May 15, 2026
Cosponsors
6
Traction
0
Last Action
May 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires law enforcement agencies to develop strategies to prevent and investigate gang-related violence, and funds community-based programs to reduce gang activity. Establishes grants for local governments to support anti-gang initiatives.

Sponsored By

Tim Moore
Republican · North Carolina · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 15, 2026
  3. May 15, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects communities with high rates of gang violence, potentially reducing crime and improving public safety for residents. It also impacts local law enforcement agencies, which would receive funding and resources to combat gang activity.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeCommittee on the Judiciary
IntroducedMay 15, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 15, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.