Tweet - "I'm pleased to learn that @POTUS will designate $10 billion in American Rescue Plan funds for public safety, including over $2 billion for Community Violence Intervention programs proven to prevent gun violence and save lives."

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"I'm pleased to learn that @POTUS will designate $10 billion in American Rescue Plan funds for public safety, including over $2 billion for Community Violence Intervention programs proven to prevent gun violence and save lives.

Too many communities are suffering from violent crime. The American Rescue Plan, passed by @SenateDems, has already been a lifeline for community investments in public safety, including cracking down on gun crime and illegal gun trafficking.

Using ARP funding, Chicago invested $45 mil in community safety & violence reduction initiatives, including $20 mil for Youth Intervention Programs & $10 mil for supporting victims of crime and their families. This latest designation of funds will help improve safety in our city.

As Chair of @JudiciaryDems, in honor of Police Week, I'll be bringing up legislation to support funding for community policing & law enforcement officer mental health resources. With federal/local partnership, and with a focus on mental health, we can make our communities safer."

@SenatorDurbin

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