June is recognized as National Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to honor gun violence survivors and advocate to put an end to gun violence.
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June is recognized as National Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to honor gun violence survivors and advocate to put an end to gun violence.
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A crowd in front of the Lincoln statue at the Capitol Tuesday urged lawmakers to commit to anti-violence legislation – the “Reimagine Public Safety Act.” which is in danger of being truncated, now that ARPA money has run out.
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In 2021, the Reimagine Public Safety Act was passed, giving extra funding to community violence intervention programs. Today advocates rallied at the state house to push for that funding to become permanent in the 2025 state budget.
Public Safety Advocates Push for Permanent Funding to Programs Read More »
The Illinois Peace Project invites you to join us for a CVI Rally Day in Springfield, IL on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 to help permanently fund the Reimagine Public Safey Act (RSPA), a comprehensive approach to violence prevention.
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Chicago police say crime rates are dropping. A new boost from the federal government might add to the effort to keep those numbers down. The Justice Department has announced a nearly $80 million investment to help prevent violent crime.
Attorney General Merrick Garland Announces $78 Million for Violence Prevention Read More »