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S. 953 (97th)

National War on Violent Crime Act

referredUnited States· United States Congress· EN

Introduced

9 April 1981

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Referred to Subcommittee on Criminal Law.

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10 August 2026

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Summary

National War on Violent Crime Act - Establishes a Violent Crime Administration within the Department of Justice, headed by an Administrator under the general authority of the Attorney General. Authorizes the Administrator to make grants for: (1) the establishment and operation of State violent crime planning and coordinating agencies; and (2) specific crime programs of proven effectiveness. Establishes a National Advisory Board to serve the Administrator and a National Police Academy to encourage career officers. Authorizes appropriations to carry out this Act.

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