HR 5213
No Federal Funds for Cashless Bail Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:06 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, titled the Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act, aims to prevent federal funding from being used to support states or local governments that significantly restrict the use of cash bail. It specifically targets Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants, which are a key source of federal funding for criminal justice programs. The bill defines ‘covered offenses’ as violent and certain public disorder crimes and prohibits grant awards to entities with policies substantially limiting cash bail for those offenses. This legislation seeks to ensure that individuals accused of serious crimes are not held in jail solely due to their inability to pay bail.
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