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H.R. 4103 funds community violence intervention and youth job training (FY2026–2033)

Officially: Break the Cycle of Violence Act

Creates large HHS grants for community-based violence intervention, with strict pass-through rules and program standards. Also funds Department of Labor job training for 16–24-year-old “opportunity youth” in gun-violence-impacted communities.

Where it stands

Sitting in the Judiciary

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

Creates a new HHS grant program for community-based violence intervention, offering 4-year grants to local governments and community nonprofits in places with high homicide levels.
Caps the share of HHS Title I funding that can go straight to local governments at 15%, and requires local governments to pass through at least 75% of their grant money to community-based organizations or certain non-law-enforcement public safety agencies.
Requires hospitals that receive grants to pass through at least 90% of their grant dollars to community-based direct-service providers, program staff, or subcontractors.

↓ Why your message matters here

This bill is sitting in committee with no scheduled vote — which means a small number of constituent messages can decide whether it moves forward or quietly dies.

The debate

What people are saying about this bill

✓Arguments in support

Addresses gun violence as a leading cause of youth death: The bill funds interventions to reduce homicides and help communities heal.
Cost-effective reduction of deaths, injuries, and trauma: Sustained investments in community programs can lower both human and economic costs.
Prevents retaliation through proven strategies: Programs that focus on violence interruption and trauma-informed care have shown success in reducing violence.

✕Arguments against

Concerns about federal spending: Some may worry about the cost of the bill without a clear budget estimate.
Potential overlap with existing programs: Critics might argue that the bill duplicates efforts already in place.
Enforcement concerns: There could be worries about how the bill's provisions might lead to unintended policing issues.

Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (6/24/2025)

JUN 24

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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H.R. 4103 funds community violence intervention and youth job training (FY2026–2033)

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