Bill > HB102

This bill establishes the Violence Intervention Program Act, which creates the Violence Intervention Program Fund to provide grants to municipalities and tribal governments disproportionately impacted by violent crimes. The bill outlines requirements for violence intervention programs, such as using evidence-based public health approaches and targeting high-risk populations. The bill also creates the Firearm Injury and Death Review Committee to examine circumstances contributing to firearm injuries and deaths and provide prevention strategies. The bill appropriates $10 million from the general fund to the Violence Intervention Program Fund for fiscal year 2022 and subsequent years.

Budget and Finance, Justice

https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=102&year=21