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HB 1930

$VIOLENCE PREVENTION GRANTS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Camille Lilly

Illinois HB 1930 creates a state grant program funding violence prevention initiatives, currently under fiscal and appropriations review.

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1930

Legislative bill overview

HB 1930 establishes a grant program in Illinois to fund violence prevention initiatives, though the specific dollar amount, eligible recipients, and program parameters are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill was introduced by Representative Camille Lilly and has progressed through several committee referrals focused on fiscal and appropriations considerations.

Why is this important

Violence prevention funding directly impacts public safety resources available to communities, potentially affecting crime rates, community policing efforts, and intervention programs. Grant programs like this determine how state resources are allocated between different approaches to reducing violence—whether through enforcement, community programs, victim services, or other strategies.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount and source: The fiscal impact review suggests debate over budget allocation and whether funds come from new appropriations or reallocation of existing resources
  • Program criteria and oversight: Questions likely exist regarding which organizations qualify, how effectiveness is measured, and what accountability mechanisms exist
  • Geographic distribution: Potential disagreement over whether funds prioritize high-violence urban areas, rural communities, or spread statewide

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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