Durbin Announces More Than $2.7 Million in DOJ Funding to Support Illinois Drug-Free Communities
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Issues: Minors and Children Drugs
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has recently awarded $2,749,659 in grants to Illinois communities across the state to help reduce youth substance abuse and promote drug-free communities. Today's funding was made available through DOJ's FY14 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Program.
"Today's funding is an investment in the safety and well-being of the youth in Illinois communities. It is critical to support the work of the various organizations and coalitions across the state that aim to reduce substance abuse among our youth so they can lead successful, healthy lives."
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