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Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968

A landmark federal law that provides funding and support for state and local law enforcement, courts, and corrections programs.

Grant program

A government program that provides funding to eligible organizations or individuals for specific purposes, usually requiring an application process.

Civilian law enforcement task

Duties performed for a law enforcement agency that do not involve making arrests or using force, such as assisting investigations, reviewing footage, or providing technical expertise.

Eligible entity

An organization or agency that meets the specific criteria set out in the bill to receive a grant or other benefit.

National Decertification Index

A national registry of law enforcement officers who have had their law enforcement certifications revoked, often due to misconduct.

Unresolved audit finding

A discovery in an official audit report that grant money was used improperly or for unapproved costs, and this issue has not been corrected or closed within 12 months.

Fiscal year

A 12-month period used for budgeting and accounting purposes by governments and businesses. For the U.S. federal government, it runs from October 1 to September 30.