S 2248
Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2025
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:43 AM
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Bill overview
This bill reauthorizes key programs under the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, aiming to improve the juvenile justice system through 2030. It makes changes to the State Formula Grant Program, allowing states to use funds for addressing racial and ethnic disparities, collecting socioeconomic data, and diverting youth from the system. The bill also limits an exception for the detention of status offenders and strengthens requirements for reporting on juvenile placements. Specifically, it mandates data collection on youth’s socioeconomic status and requires states to prioritize programs that divert youth from the justice system.
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