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Week Ending June 8, 2007

S.231 A bill to authorize the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program at fiscal year 2006 levels through 2012.

A 1968 crime bill is amended to extend grants for assistance to State criminal justice entities through 2012.

Sponsor:  Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT)

Vote: Passed Senate by unanimous consent May 24, 2007

Cost to the taxpayers: This is an authorization. Amounts will be included when funds are appropriated for this authorization.

Earmark Certification:   Not applicable to this bill.

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