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Governor Abbott Announces $133 Million In Local Criminal Justice And Victim Services Grants

Statement

Date: Oct. 2, 2015
Location: Austin, TX
Issues: Infrastructure Government Budget and Spending Federal, State and Local Relations Criminal Justice

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the award of $133 million in criminal justice and victim services grants to local law enforcement agencies, domestic violence shelters, child sex trafficking victims programs and other governmental and non-profit agencies across Texas. The grants include both state and federal funds administered by the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office and are part of the Governor's efforts to implement his "Bicentennial Blueprint" policy plans for the state.

"Nothing is more important than ensuring the safety of all Texans," said Governor Abbott. "And on behalf of the State of Texas, I am proud to announce we have secured over $100 million for our state Criminal Justice Division. These grants will help ensure that in every community, victims of domestic violence and child sex trafficking will have a safe place to turn in order to remove and prosecute abusers, prevent domestic violence and allow victims the therapy, shelter and education resources needed to flourish."


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