Bills · HR 6666
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6666Crime and Law Enforcement
HIRRE Prosecutors Act of 2025
INTRO DEC 11· LAST ACTION DEC 11
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a critical need for adequate staffing in prosecutor offices across the country, particularly in under-resourced or rural areas. Many local governments face budget constraints that make it difficult to hire and retain enough legal staff, which can lead to case backlogs and delays in the justice system.
If this bill becomes law, it could provide much-needed financial assistance to ensure that communities have the prosecutorial capacity to handle criminal cases effectively. This could improve public safety, ensure more timely justice for victims, and reduce strain on local budgets. If it doesn't pass, these communities may continue to struggle with staffing shortages, potentially impacting the efficiency and fairness of their justice systems.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a new grant program for states, territories, local, and tribal governments to hire, retain, and train prosecutors and support staff.
This creates a dedicated federal funding stream to address staffing challenges in prosecutor offices nationwide.
PROVISION 02
Allows grant funds to be used for hiring new prosecutors, retaining existing ones, and providing training for both prosecutors and support staff.
This provides flexibility for jurisdictions to address various staffing needs, from initial recruitment to ongoing professional development.
PROVISION 03
Directs the Attorney General to give preferential consideration to applications for rehiring laid-off prosecutors, hiring new staff, or from tribal, remote, or rural areas.
This aims to direct resources to jurisdictions most in need, such as those with past budget cuts or geographical disadvantages.
PROVISION 04
Sets the federal share of project costs at up to 75% but allows the Attorney General to waive the remaining 25% local matching requirement.
This ensures that even financially struggling communities can access the grants, making the program more accessible.
PROVISION 05
Requires projects funded by grants to include monitoring and evaluation components, with the Attorney General having the power to revoke or suspend funding for non-compliance.
This ensures accountability and allows for oversight of how federal funds are being used and if the program's goals are being met.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 18
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
54
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 12 REP 6 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 11
Introduced in House
DEC 11
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6666
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 11, 2025
Last actionDec 11, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 11, 2025
House BillHR 6666Crime and Law Enforcement
HIRRE Prosecutors Act of 2025
INTRODUCED DEC 11, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 11, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
18
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
