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Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968

A major federal law that created various grant programs and agencies to help state and local law enforcement and criminal justice systems.

Mass violence

Serious violent incidents involving multiple victims, including active shooter events and targeted attacks.

Active shooter

An individual trying to kill people with a firearm in a crowded, enclosed area.

Targeted violence

An act of violence where an attacker identifies a specific individual, group, or institution as a target before the attack.

Public assembly facility

Any place, temporary or permanent, where many people gather for various activities like shopping, education, worship, or entertainment.

Grant

Money given by the government to an individual or organization for a specific purpose.

Technical assistance

Expert advice, training, or support provided to help an organization improve its operations or solve specific problems.