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HR 3992 reauthorizes federal grants for mental health treatment in criminal justice systems

Original title: Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2008

January 24, 2008

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Where This Stands

Introduced

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Signed

Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Jan 24, 2008

Version history

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation ensures the continued availability of federal resources for local and state agencies to implement and specialized training for law enforcement, directly impacting how communities manage and support individuals with mental health needs who encounter the justice system.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

State and local law enforcement agencies

These agencies are eligible for federal grants to support specialized training and mental health service integration.

Mental health courts

These judicial programs receive federal funding support to manage cases involving offenders with mental health conditions.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

HR 3992 extends federal funding for programs that provide mental health services to individuals within the criminal justice system. The bill aims to improve treatment access and reduce for offenders with mental illnesses.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main purpose of HR 3992?

The bill reauthorizes and improves federal grant programs designed to provide mental health treatment and services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Who is affected by this bill?

The bill directly affects state and local law enforcement agencies, , and individuals with mental illnesses who interact with the justice system.

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Discoveries

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Continuity of Mental Health Funding

The bill demonstrates a federal commitment to maintaining the 2004 framework for mental health diversion programs in the justice system.

Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Act of 2004

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on the Judiciary“The Senate committee currently reviewing the bill.”Map →

otherMentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Act of 2004“The existing law being reauthorized and improved by this bill.”Map →

Analysis Score

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Significance65
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Controversy20
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Entertainment5
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Buzz15
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