S. 234In Committee

Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act of 2025

Require certain large-jurisdiction prosecutors to report prosecution outcomes for serious crimes and tie Byrne JAG funding rules to that reporting and to cash bail policies for firearm cases

What this bill does

Require certain large-jurisdiction prosecutors to report prosecution outcomes for serious crimes and tie Byrne JAG funding rules to that reporting and to cash bail policies for firearm cases

Key points
  • Require prosecution data reports
  • Prohibit JAG funds for cash bail bans
  • Prioritize Byrne JAG disbursements

Where it stands

Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-23Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Topics and policy areas

undefinedAssault and harassment offensesCongressional oversightCrime and Law EnforcementCrimes against propertyCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationCriminal justice information and recordsCriminal procedure and sentencing