This document is a bill introduced in the Senate to establish a criminal justice reinvestment grant program. It finds that state spending on corrections has increased significantly in recent decades. The bill aims to provide grants to states and local jurisdictions to analyze criminal justice data and policies, develop options to reduce corrections spending and populations while increasing public safety, and implement selected policies and programs. Priority would go to jurisdictions that demonstrate collaboration across branches of government and access to necessary data to conduct an objective analysis.
Senate Bill 2248, introduced by Sen. James Inhofe (R-OK). The bill would grant states the uncontested right to regulate hydraulic fracturing within their own borders, even on federal lands. A similar bill was introduce in the house, H.R. 4322, by Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-TX).
The document summarizes arguments in favor of making permanent the current loan limits for FHA and GSE mortgage programs. It notes that lowering the limits would negatively impact home sales and values across the country by reducing access to affordable mortgages. With the housing market still fragile, changing the limits now could slow the economic recovery. The document urges Congress to pass legislation before the current limits expire in September to avoid disruption and maintain stability in the housing market.
This document is EPA's motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by three states seeking to compel EPA to add carbon dioxide to the list of criteria air pollutants under the Clean Air Act. EPA argues that the court lacks subject matter jurisdiction because the decision to add pollutants to the list involves complex technical, legal and policy determinations that are within EPA's discretion, not a non-discretionary duty that can be compelled by the court. EPA also notes it has determined through recent actions that the Clean Air Act does not authorize regulating carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases.
This document is an amendment in the nature of a substitute for Senate Bill 675. The amendment strikes all existing text and inserts new text. The new text includes findings regarding the historical relationship between Native Hawaiians and the United States, definitions for key terms, and a statement of policy recognizing Native Hawaiians as the indigenous people of Hawaii and supporting their self-governance.
Supporting Documents Gloucester board of Supervisors Bond IssueChuck Thompson
This document is copied from the Gloucester, VA government website and is of their own creation. We have ported it in here as part of a news story for Gloucester, Virginia Links and News and fair use laws apply. GVLN website.
2010 Toyota 4Runner brochure provided by Heyward Allen Toyota located in Athens, GA. Find the 2010 Toyota 4Runner for sale in Georgia; call about our current sales and incentives at (888)777-0611. http://www.heywardallentoyota.com/
Conference_for_International_Engineers_Don_Duval_SfC_Mar30_2012Skills for Change
Prior to joining MaRS, Don worked with clients in life science, health care and consumer business sectors for a global management consulting firm. He was also part of a successful start-up company and is on the board of the Queen’s Players Toronto Theatre Company and JUMP Math.
Read more:
http://www.skillsforchange.org/ite/2012/03/don-duval.html
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Senate Bill 2248, introduced by Sen. James Inhofe (R-OK). The bill would grant states the uncontested right to regulate hydraulic fracturing within their own borders, even on federal lands. A similar bill was introduce in the house, H.R. 4322, by Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-TX).
The document summarizes arguments in favor of making permanent the current loan limits for FHA and GSE mortgage programs. It notes that lowering the limits would negatively impact home sales and values across the country by reducing access to affordable mortgages. With the housing market still fragile, changing the limits now could slow the economic recovery. The document urges Congress to pass legislation before the current limits expire in September to avoid disruption and maintain stability in the housing market.
This document is EPA's motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by three states seeking to compel EPA to add carbon dioxide to the list of criteria air pollutants under the Clean Air Act. EPA argues that the court lacks subject matter jurisdiction because the decision to add pollutants to the list involves complex technical, legal and policy determinations that are within EPA's discretion, not a non-discretionary duty that can be compelled by the court. EPA also notes it has determined through recent actions that the Clean Air Act does not authorize regulating carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases.
This document is an amendment in the nature of a substitute for Senate Bill 675. The amendment strikes all existing text and inserts new text. The new text includes findings regarding the historical relationship between Native Hawaiians and the United States, definitions for key terms, and a statement of policy recognizing Native Hawaiians as the indigenous people of Hawaii and supporting their self-governance.
Supporting Documents Gloucester board of Supervisors Bond IssueChuck Thompson
This document is copied from the Gloucester, VA government website and is of their own creation. We have ported it in here as part of a news story for Gloucester, Virginia Links and News and fair use laws apply. GVLN website.
2010 Toyota 4Runner brochure provided by Heyward Allen Toyota located in Athens, GA. Find the 2010 Toyota 4Runner for sale in Georgia; call about our current sales and incentives at (888)777-0611. http://www.heywardallentoyota.com/
Conference_for_International_Engineers_Don_Duval_SfC_Mar30_2012Skills for Change
Prior to joining MaRS, Don worked with clients in life science, health care and consumer business sectors for a global management consulting firm. He was also part of a successful start-up company and is on the board of the Queen’s Players Toronto Theatre Company and JUMP Math.
Read more:
http://www.skillsforchange.org/ite/2012/03/don-duval.html
2010 Toyota Rav4 brochure provided by Heyward Allen Toyota located in Athens, GA. Find the 2010 Toyota Rav4 for sale in Georgia; call about our current sales and incentives at (888)777-0611. http://www.heywardallentoyota.com/
This bill aims to extend trade preferences and encourage foreign investment in Haiti. Specifically, it would extend the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act and trade preferences available to Haiti under that Act through 2013. It also establishes a Haiti Recovery and Investment Task Force to facilitate foreign direct investment, remittances, and grants to Haiti to support its long-term development goals. The bill requires the Task Force to report to Congress every 180 days on progress made in attracting investment to Haiti and any recommendations. It also requires a GAO report by May 2010 on the effectiveness of existing trade preferences for Haiti and ways to improve and expand them following Haiti's 2010 earthquake.
This document is a bill introduced in the US Senate to establish a National Infrastructure Bank. Some key points:
- It would provide funding for qualified infrastructure projects across various sectors like transportation, housing, water, etc.
- It outlines the goals and needs for upgrading America's infrastructure, citing reports that trillions must be invested over 20 years.
- The bill defines terms like "infrastructure project", "financing mechanisms", and establishes how the new bank would be managed and empowered to fund projects.
1) The bill establishes the Credit Counseling and Legal Assistance Fund to provide funding to non-profit entities that offer counseling and legal assistance to consumers regarding credit and debt collection issues.
2) The Division of Consumer Protection will administer the fund and adopt regulations for applications and eligibility.
3) The fund will consist of fees collected from collection agencies filing claims, investment earnings, and other outside sources. Fees from agencies will be $30 per filing.
American Recovery and Reinvestment Conference Report Division Afinance3
This document is a conference report on a bill making supplemental appropriations for job creation, infrastructure investment, assistance to the unemployed, and state fiscal stabilization for fiscal year 2009. It appropriates funds to numerous federal agencies and programs, including:
- $24 million to the Department of Agriculture for construction and repairs
- $500 million to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Over $6 billion to rural housing and community development programs
- $2.5 billion to expand broadband internet access in rural areas
- $100 million to provide school lunch equipment grants to states
The report provides funding to support economic recovery through job preservation, assistance programs, infrastructure
American Recovery and Reinvestment Conference Report Division Afinance3
This document is a conference report on a bill making supplemental appropriations for job creation, infrastructure investment, assistance to the unemployed, and state fiscal stabilization for fiscal year 2009. It appropriates funds to numerous federal agencies and programs, including:
- $24 million to the Department of Agriculture for construction and repairs
- $500 million to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Over $6 billion to rural housing and community development programs
- $2.5 billion to expand broadband internet access in rural areas
- $100 million to provide school lunch equipment grants to states
The report provides funding to support economic recovery through job creation, assistance programs, infrastructure
State of the Construction and Surety Industry Report (2009)Lisa Dehner
This document provides an overview of the state of the U.S. economy, construction industry, and surety industry. It finds that the current recession began in December 2007 and is the longest since the Great Depression. Both the construction industry and stock market typically follow trends in GDP. While the private construction sector has declined, public construction is forecast to grow due to a $131 billion stimulus package. Contractor profits are decreasing and surety losses are expected to rise in the coming years as economic conditions remain challenging.
This document provides an overview of the state of the U.S. economy, construction industry, and surety industry. It finds that the current recession began in December 2007 and is the longest since 1933. While the unemployment rate has risen significantly, economic stimulus spending and interest rate cuts are expected to help end the recession by summer 2009. The construction industry experienced strong growth until 2007 but has since declined due to limited financing availability. Contractor profit margins are decreasing and losses are expected to continue through 2011. The surety industry is profitable now but losses will likely rise in coming years as contractor financial stress increases.
Marketplace Fairness Act, Senate Bill 1832cookcountyblog
At the National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Conference this past weekend, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle passed a resolution in support of the “Marketplace Fairness Act,” a bipartisan proposal aimed at leveling the playing field between local retailers with a physical presence in a community and online retailers.
United States Senator Richard Durbin (D-Ill.) introduced this proposal last November that, if passed by the United States Congress, would permit states to mandate large online retailers to collect sales taxes that governments are owed today.
This 3-page fax from Fred Smith, President of the Competitive Enterprise Institute, expresses concerns to James Connaughton, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality, about the Administration's greenhouse gas credit initiative. Smith argues that the credits could foster lobbying for mandatory carbon caps. He also questions whether the Administration has legal authority to issue credits and encourages clarifying this issue with Congress. Smith seeks Connaughton's responses to questions about minimizing credit value under future policy, encouraging credit retirement, and the initiative's statutory basis.
Edward O'Donnell vs. Countrywide and Bank of America - LawsuitUmesh Heendeniya
This document is a complaint filed under seal in United States District Court against Bank of America alleging violations of the False Claims Act. It claims that Bank of America and its predecessors submitted false statements to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and HUD regarding its mortgage underwriting and quality control in order to profit from its position as a large residential mortgage lender. This misconduct has allegedly cost the United States millions and led to many mortgage defaults, foreclosures, and home evictions. The complaint seeks treble damages and civil penalties under the False Claims Act.
The US government currently spends over $50 billion per year through 160 housing programs administered by 20 agencies, resulting in duplication and overlap. This complex system evolved over 80+ years through changing goals and priorities. For example, HUD and USDA rental assistance and loan programs overlap in services provided. HUD's Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers, and Section 8 programs serve similar populations with similar eligibility rules. The HOME and Housing Trust Fund block grant programs are nearly identical in many ways and should be consolidated. The government also supports housing through billions in tax expenditures that overlap with other programs. This byzantine system fails to efficiently and effectively serve those in need, and Congress should undertake reforms to streamline and consolidate programs.
THE NET ZERO EMISSIONS BILL, 2022
A
BILL
to provide a framework for achieving net zero emissions by the year 2070 as per India's
nationally determined contributions under the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change and to provide relief for vulnerable
persons and communities from drastic climate events in the form
of maintaining a vulnerable population registry at the State
and the district levels and for matters connected therewith
or incidental thereto.
A Marion County judge has upheld the increased power Indiana legislators gave themselves to intervene during public health emergencies, siding with them in a lawsuit filed by Gov. Eric Holcomb.
MEMO: Preemption Rules Applicable to Banks and Thrift Institutions After the ...Patton Boggs LLP
The document summarizes changes to federal preemption rules for banks and thrifts under the Dodd-Frank Act. Key points:
1) The Act eliminates broad preemption for operating subsidiaries of banks and thrifts, subjecting them to state laws.
2) The standard for preemption is now determined on a case-by-case basis, considering if state laws prevent or significantly interfere with bank powers.
3) States have enhanced authority to enforce consumer protection laws against banks, including allowing state AGs to sue for violations.
This document provides a summary of amendments made by the Additional Stimulus Package (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill of 2009. Key points include:
1) Amendments to various Acts like the Data Protection Act, Employment Rights Act, Environment Protection Act, and others to implement measures in the Additional Stimulus Package and make other minor changes.
2) Extension of programme-based budgeting to local authorities and certain statutory bodies and changing their accounting period to the calendar year.
3) Better provisions for financial management and performance accountability in local authorities and statutory bodies.
4) Amendments to pension legislation relating to officers who opted for provisions effective from July 2008 to continue eligibility for pension benefits after age 55
This document discusses operational risks faced by legal departments and provides recommendations for mitigating those risks. It defines operational risk as losses from failed internal processes or external events. It then lists US laws related to operational risk in areas like data security, financial services regulations, and consumer protection. Finally, it recommends that legal departments work with IT, understand systems and risks, implement security technologies, and monitor to reduce operational risks from issues like data breaches, outages, fines and litigation costs.
This white paper discusses the issue of black money in India. It begins with defining black money and explaining the factors that lead to its generation. It then estimates the amount of black money generated within India and stashed abroad, citing various reports. It outlines the government institutions that deal with black money and the legislative framework and international cooperation mechanisms adopted by India to tackle the issue. Lastly, it discusses strategies to curb the generation and repatriation of black money going forward and concludes by emphasizing the need for coordinated national and international efforts to address this complex problem.
This white paper from the Ministry of Finance in India discusses the issue of black money in the Indian economy. It defines black money as illegally earned, undisclosed, or benami income and assets. It estimates the amount of black money generated within India each year to be in the range of 20-25% of GDP. It also estimates that India loses around 4-6% of its GDP annually to black money being moved out of the country and stashed abroad in tax havens. The paper outlines the various government agencies and institutions involved in tackling the problem of black money, and discusses the legislative and policy framework and international cooperation efforts that have been undertaken to more effectively deal with the generation, storage, and movement of illicit
This document discusses several issues regarding the implementation of RA 7279 (Urban Development and Housing Act) in the Philippines. It summarizes the private sector's role in socialized housing as cooperative rather than mandatory. It also outlines problems with Section 18 which imposes undue taxation on subdivision developers. Additionally, it notes the lack of implementation of incentives under Section 20 and basic services under Section 21 that are intended to reduce developer costs and housing prices. The document argues that punitive actions against developers for non-compliance are unjustified given the government's own failure to establish the necessary regulations and support to facilitate affordable housing delivery. It calls for amendments to address these issues in order to stimulate greater private sector participation in solving the country's large housing
This document discusses the meaningful use incentives available through Medicaid and Medicare for eligible professionals and providers who implement and meaningfully use certified electronic health record (EHR) technology. It outlines the goals of meaningful use, who can participate, how the incentive payments work, the requirements and measures, and provides strategies for achieving meaningful use. Examples are given of providers who saved money and increased revenues after implementing EHRs. Contact information is provided for those with additional questions.
This document discusses healthcare reform and the implications for community behavioral health organizations as employers. It provides an overview of the current state of employer-sponsored healthcare coverage and how provisions in the Affordable Care Act will impact employers. Key provisions that will affect employers beginning in 2014 include requiring plans to cover those seeking coverage regardless of pre-existing conditions, eliminating annual limits on coverage, and assessing penalties on employers not offering affordable coverage. The document outlines various insurance market, coverage, and employer requirements that will be implemented between 2010 and 2018 as a result of healthcare reform.
This bill aims to extend trade preferences and encourage foreign investment in Haiti. Specifically, it would extend the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act and trade preferences available to Haiti under that Act through 2013. It also establishes a Haiti Recovery and Investment Task Force to facilitate foreign direct investment, remittances, and grants to Haiti to support its long-term development goals. The bill requires the Task Force to report to Congress every 180 days on progress made in attracting investment to Haiti and any recommendations. It also requires a GAO report by May 2010 on the effectiveness of existing trade preferences for Haiti and ways to improve and expand them following Haiti's 2010 earthquake.
This document is a bill introduced in the US Senate to establish a National Infrastructure Bank. Some key points:
- It would provide funding for qualified infrastructure projects across various sectors like transportation, housing, water, etc.
- It outlines the goals and needs for upgrading America's infrastructure, citing reports that trillions must be invested over 20 years.
- The bill defines terms like "infrastructure project", "financing mechanisms", and establishes how the new bank would be managed and empowered to fund projects.
1) The bill establishes the Credit Counseling and Legal Assistance Fund to provide funding to non-profit entities that offer counseling and legal assistance to consumers regarding credit and debt collection issues.
2) The Division of Consumer Protection will administer the fund and adopt regulations for applications and eligibility.
3) The fund will consist of fees collected from collection agencies filing claims, investment earnings, and other outside sources. Fees from agencies will be $30 per filing.
American Recovery and Reinvestment Conference Report Division Afinance3
This document is a conference report on a bill making supplemental appropriations for job creation, infrastructure investment, assistance to the unemployed, and state fiscal stabilization for fiscal year 2009. It appropriates funds to numerous federal agencies and programs, including:
- $24 million to the Department of Agriculture for construction and repairs
- $500 million to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Over $6 billion to rural housing and community development programs
- $2.5 billion to expand broadband internet access in rural areas
- $100 million to provide school lunch equipment grants to states
The report provides funding to support economic recovery through job preservation, assistance programs, infrastructure
American Recovery and Reinvestment Conference Report Division Afinance3
This document is a conference report on a bill making supplemental appropriations for job creation, infrastructure investment, assistance to the unemployed, and state fiscal stabilization for fiscal year 2009. It appropriates funds to numerous federal agencies and programs, including:
- $24 million to the Department of Agriculture for construction and repairs
- $500 million to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Over $6 billion to rural housing and community development programs
- $2.5 billion to expand broadband internet access in rural areas
- $100 million to provide school lunch equipment grants to states
The report provides funding to support economic recovery through job creation, assistance programs, infrastructure
State of the Construction and Surety Industry Report (2009)Lisa Dehner
This document provides an overview of the state of the U.S. economy, construction industry, and surety industry. It finds that the current recession began in December 2007 and is the longest since the Great Depression. Both the construction industry and stock market typically follow trends in GDP. While the private construction sector has declined, public construction is forecast to grow due to a $131 billion stimulus package. Contractor profits are decreasing and surety losses are expected to rise in the coming years as economic conditions remain challenging.
This document provides an overview of the state of the U.S. economy, construction industry, and surety industry. It finds that the current recession began in December 2007 and is the longest since 1933. While the unemployment rate has risen significantly, economic stimulus spending and interest rate cuts are expected to help end the recession by summer 2009. The construction industry experienced strong growth until 2007 but has since declined due to limited financing availability. Contractor profit margins are decreasing and losses are expected to continue through 2011. The surety industry is profitable now but losses will likely rise in coming years as contractor financial stress increases.
Marketplace Fairness Act, Senate Bill 1832cookcountyblog
At the National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Conference this past weekend, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle passed a resolution in support of the “Marketplace Fairness Act,” a bipartisan proposal aimed at leveling the playing field between local retailers with a physical presence in a community and online retailers.
United States Senator Richard Durbin (D-Ill.) introduced this proposal last November that, if passed by the United States Congress, would permit states to mandate large online retailers to collect sales taxes that governments are owed today.
This 3-page fax from Fred Smith, President of the Competitive Enterprise Institute, expresses concerns to James Connaughton, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality, about the Administration's greenhouse gas credit initiative. Smith argues that the credits could foster lobbying for mandatory carbon caps. He also questions whether the Administration has legal authority to issue credits and encourages clarifying this issue with Congress. Smith seeks Connaughton's responses to questions about minimizing credit value under future policy, encouraging credit retirement, and the initiative's statutory basis.
Edward O'Donnell vs. Countrywide and Bank of America - LawsuitUmesh Heendeniya
This document is a complaint filed under seal in United States District Court against Bank of America alleging violations of the False Claims Act. It claims that Bank of America and its predecessors submitted false statements to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and HUD regarding its mortgage underwriting and quality control in order to profit from its position as a large residential mortgage lender. This misconduct has allegedly cost the United States millions and led to many mortgage defaults, foreclosures, and home evictions. The complaint seeks treble damages and civil penalties under the False Claims Act.
The US government currently spends over $50 billion per year through 160 housing programs administered by 20 agencies, resulting in duplication and overlap. This complex system evolved over 80+ years through changing goals and priorities. For example, HUD and USDA rental assistance and loan programs overlap in services provided. HUD's Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers, and Section 8 programs serve similar populations with similar eligibility rules. The HOME and Housing Trust Fund block grant programs are nearly identical in many ways and should be consolidated. The government also supports housing through billions in tax expenditures that overlap with other programs. This byzantine system fails to efficiently and effectively serve those in need, and Congress should undertake reforms to streamline and consolidate programs.
THE NET ZERO EMISSIONS BILL, 2022
A
BILL
to provide a framework for achieving net zero emissions by the year 2070 as per India's
nationally determined contributions under the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change and to provide relief for vulnerable
persons and communities from drastic climate events in the form
of maintaining a vulnerable population registry at the State
and the district levels and for matters connected therewith
or incidental thereto.
A Marion County judge has upheld the increased power Indiana legislators gave themselves to intervene during public health emergencies, siding with them in a lawsuit filed by Gov. Eric Holcomb.
MEMO: Preemption Rules Applicable to Banks and Thrift Institutions After the ...Patton Boggs LLP
The document summarizes changes to federal preemption rules for banks and thrifts under the Dodd-Frank Act. Key points:
1) The Act eliminates broad preemption for operating subsidiaries of banks and thrifts, subjecting them to state laws.
2) The standard for preemption is now determined on a case-by-case basis, considering if state laws prevent or significantly interfere with bank powers.
3) States have enhanced authority to enforce consumer protection laws against banks, including allowing state AGs to sue for violations.
This document provides a summary of amendments made by the Additional Stimulus Package (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill of 2009. Key points include:
1) Amendments to various Acts like the Data Protection Act, Employment Rights Act, Environment Protection Act, and others to implement measures in the Additional Stimulus Package and make other minor changes.
2) Extension of programme-based budgeting to local authorities and certain statutory bodies and changing their accounting period to the calendar year.
3) Better provisions for financial management and performance accountability in local authorities and statutory bodies.
4) Amendments to pension legislation relating to officers who opted for provisions effective from July 2008 to continue eligibility for pension benefits after age 55
This document discusses operational risks faced by legal departments and provides recommendations for mitigating those risks. It defines operational risk as losses from failed internal processes or external events. It then lists US laws related to operational risk in areas like data security, financial services regulations, and consumer protection. Finally, it recommends that legal departments work with IT, understand systems and risks, implement security technologies, and monitor to reduce operational risks from issues like data breaches, outages, fines and litigation costs.
This white paper discusses the issue of black money in India. It begins with defining black money and explaining the factors that lead to its generation. It then estimates the amount of black money generated within India and stashed abroad, citing various reports. It outlines the government institutions that deal with black money and the legislative framework and international cooperation mechanisms adopted by India to tackle the issue. Lastly, it discusses strategies to curb the generation and repatriation of black money going forward and concludes by emphasizing the need for coordinated national and international efforts to address this complex problem.
This white paper from the Ministry of Finance in India discusses the issue of black money in the Indian economy. It defines black money as illegally earned, undisclosed, or benami income and assets. It estimates the amount of black money generated within India each year to be in the range of 20-25% of GDP. It also estimates that India loses around 4-6% of its GDP annually to black money being moved out of the country and stashed abroad in tax havens. The paper outlines the various government agencies and institutions involved in tackling the problem of black money, and discusses the legislative and policy framework and international cooperation efforts that have been undertaken to more effectively deal with the generation, storage, and movement of illicit
This document discusses several issues regarding the implementation of RA 7279 (Urban Development and Housing Act) in the Philippines. It summarizes the private sector's role in socialized housing as cooperative rather than mandatory. It also outlines problems with Section 18 which imposes undue taxation on subdivision developers. Additionally, it notes the lack of implementation of incentives under Section 20 and basic services under Section 21 that are intended to reduce developer costs and housing prices. The document argues that punitive actions against developers for non-compliance are unjustified given the government's own failure to establish the necessary regulations and support to facilitate affordable housing delivery. It calls for amendments to address these issues in order to stimulate greater private sector participation in solving the country's large housing
This document discusses the meaningful use incentives available through Medicaid and Medicare for eligible professionals and providers who implement and meaningfully use certified electronic health record (EHR) technology. It outlines the goals of meaningful use, who can participate, how the incentive payments work, the requirements and measures, and provides strategies for achieving meaningful use. Examples are given of providers who saved money and increased revenues after implementing EHRs. Contact information is provided for those with additional questions.
This document discusses healthcare reform and the implications for community behavioral health organizations as employers. It provides an overview of the current state of employer-sponsored healthcare coverage and how provisions in the Affordable Care Act will impact employers. Key provisions that will affect employers beginning in 2014 include requiring plans to cover those seeking coverage regardless of pre-existing conditions, eliminating annual limits on coverage, and assessing penalties on employers not offering affordable coverage. The document outlines various insurance market, coverage, and employer requirements that will be implemented between 2010 and 2018 as a result of healthcare reform.
- The document summarizes Avalere Health's responses to various questions about how provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) apply to employers, health plans, and state regulations.
- Key points addressed include: employees can only use Flexible Spending Accounts for prescribed drugs and insulin after 2010; the ACA allows premium discounts up to 30% for wellness programs but states can impose stricter rules; municipalities are considered employers under the ACA; medical loss ratios will be calculated annually but rebates for 2013 will be based on 2011-2013 data; and how provisions apply to partial vs full self-insurance.
This document discusses implications of the Affordable Care Act for community behavioral health organizations as employers. It provides an agenda that will cover the current status of employer-provided health insurance, relevant provisions in the ACA, the impact on employers, retiree benefits, and opportunities and threats. Introductory polls ask about organization size, offering retiree insurance, and considering dropping insurance benefits. The presentation is by Avalere Health experts Bonnie Washington and Eric Hammelman.
Here are the key highlights from the schedule:
- Sunday features preconference programs including one-day universities and a symposium for CEOs and boards.
- Monday kicks off the main conference with general sessions from Linda Rosenberg and Howard Dean in the morning, followed by workshops, thought leader sessions, and a Dance the Night Away reception in the evening.
- Tuesday has general sessions from Malcolm Gladwell and Geoffrey Canada in the morning and afternoon, along with workshops and thought leader sessions throughout the day.
- Wednesday wraps up with a morning general session from Lee Cockerell before closing programs in the afternoon.
- Additional events include film screenings, book signings, the Expo Hall, Wii
The document outlines SAMHSA's strategic initiatives for 2011-2014 to guide its work in reducing the impact of substance abuse and mental illness. It identifies 8 strategic initiatives: 1) Prevention of substance abuse and mental illness, 2) Trauma and justice, 3) Military families, 4) Health care reform implementation, 5) Housing and homelessness, 6) Health information technology, 7) Data, outcomes, and quality, and 8) Public awareness and support. The initiatives aim to make behavioral health an essential part of overall health, demonstrate that prevention and treatment are effective, and promote recovery from mental and substance use disorders.
Here are some tips for getting answers to insurance-related questions:
- Contact your health insurance provider directly. Call the customer service number on the back of your insurance card and ask to speak to a representative. Have your policy number and specific questions ready.
- Check your plan documents. Your insurance provider should have given you documents that outline what is and isn't covered by your plan. Refer to these documents to see if they address your specific question.
- Contact your state's department of insurance. State departments of insurance regulate health insurers and can help answer questions or investigate complaints. You can find contact info on their website.
- Talk to your employer's benefits administrator. If you get insurance through your job, your
This document announces a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance Program. Approximately $1.68 billion is available in fiscal year 2010 funding to reduce homelessness through assisting individuals and families to obtain housing and self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants include Continuums of Care that coordinate housing and services for homeless populations. The application deadline is November 18, 2010 and applications must be submitted through HUD's electronic grants management portal.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is accepting nominations for their Community Health Leaders award program through October 22, 2010. The program will select up to 10 individuals to receive $125,000 awards to recognize their work improving health in underserved communities. Nominees must demonstrate leadership in community health, innovation, impact, and resilience. The awards support the individual leader and a 2-year project at their organization to further their work.
The Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) submitted comments on interim final rules implementing provisions of the Affordable Care Act regarding coverage of preventive services. CCD supports coverage of preventive services without cost sharing but believes rules should be strengthened. CCD recommends expanding the definition of preventive services and medical necessity to include maintenance of function. CCD also recommends clarifying coverage for high risk populations and services not addressed by guidelines. Stronger monitoring and enforcement of rules is needed.
The document is a letter from the Coalition for Whole Health commenting on interim final rules for group health plans and health insurers relating to coverage of preventive services under the Affordable Care Act. The coalition supports the goals of healthcare reform and access to mental health and addiction services. They ask that the final rules: 1) explicitly recognize covered preventive mental health and substance use services and ensure primary care professionals receive training, 2) encourage consideration of additional effective preventive services, and 3) revise provisions that could disproportionately burden access to services for those with mental health/substance use disorders.
The Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) submitted comments on interim final rules implementing provisions of the Affordable Care Act regarding coverage of preventive services. CCD supports coverage of preventive services without cost sharing but believes rules should be strengthened. CCD recommends expanding the definition of preventive services and medical necessity to include maintenance of function. CCD also recommends clarifying coverage for high risk populations and services not addressed by guidelines. Stronger monitoring and enforcement of rules is needed.
Linda Rosenberg, President and CEO of the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare, discusses the increased demand community mental health centers will face under healthcare reform and the Affordable Care Act. An estimated 1.5 million new patients will enter treatment, increasing caseloads by over 20%. However, cuts to public mental health services have also occurred. She asks Congress to support the Community Mental Health and Addiction Safety Net Equity Act to provide reimbursement parity for community behavioral health centers. She also asks Congress to ensure people with mental illness can benefit from provisions in the Affordable Care Act, including its Health Home State Option, and receive equal access to health information technology.
The Secretary of Health and Human Services sent a letter to governors highlighting new opportunities in the Affordable Care Act to support people with disabilities. The Act expands Medicaid coverage starting in 2014 and provides funding to strengthen home- and community-based services. It also extends the Money Follows the Person program to help more people transition from institutional to community living. The Secretary encourages governors to take advantage of these provisions to improve healthcare access and adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare provided feedback on SAMHSA's position paper describing a modern mental health and addiction treatment system. They suggested that the proposed continuum of care be more specific and evidence-based. They also recommended shortening the introductory section and strengthening the evidence for interventions. Establishing federally qualified behavioral health centers would help implement SAMHSA's vision by standardizing services, collecting outcome data, and bringing funding predictability.
The letter urges the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform to take a balanced approach to deficit reduction by both reducing spending and raising revenue. It argues that disproportionate cuts to nondefense discretionary programs, which fund health, education, and social services, would immeasurably harm vulnerable Americans and undermine the nation's competitiveness, despite comprising a small portion of the budget. The letter is signed by over 120 organizations concerned with health, education, poverty, and civil rights.
The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare submitted comments in response to interim final regulations for internal claims and appeals processes and external review. The National Council represents over 1,700 community mental health and addiction treatment providers. They urged the Departments to (1) increase transparency in health plan decision making, (2) reduce barriers to the appeals process, and (3) provide support to state regulators to ensure enforcement of consumer protections.
This document is the July 2008 issue of the National Council Magazine. It focuses on veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan and their road home.
The issue includes:
- An editorial highlighting the mental health and addiction issues facing many veterans and how community organizations are well-suited to help veterans reintegrate into civilian life.
- Statistics about the high rates of PTSD, depression, substance abuse and homelessness among veterans.
- First-hand accounts from veterans discussing their experiences and struggles.
- Case studies of programs around the country that are helping to meet veterans' behavioral healthcare needs through community partnerships and innovative approaches.
Nearly 40% of soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan report mental health issues. The document discusses two main organizations that provide mental health services to veterans and active military - the Veterans Health Administration (VA) and TRICARE. The VA is the largest integrated health system for veterans and offers various inpatient and outpatient services. TRICARE is the health program for active and retired military personnel and their families. It discusses how behavioral health professionals can become TRICARE providers to expand access to services for beneficiaries.
Nearly 40% of soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan report mental health issues. The document discusses two main organizations that provide mental health services to veterans and active military - the VA and TRICARE. It outlines eligibility requirements and services provided by each, such as outpatient counseling and inpatient care. It also discusses ways for community providers to become part of these networks to increase access to care for veterans dealing with conditions like PTSD and substance abuse.
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/kqbnxVAZs-0
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Osteoporosis - Definition , Evaluation and Management .pdfJim Jacob Roy
Osteoporosis is an increasing cause of morbidity among the elderly.
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Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
Prof. Marcus Renato de Carvalho
www.agostodourado.com
Local Advanced Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex Sys...Oleg Kshivets
Overall life span (LS) was 1671.7±1721.6 days and cumulative 5YS reached 62.4%, 10 years – 50.4%, 20 years – 44.6%. 94 LCP lived more than 5 years without cancer (LS=2958.6±1723.6 days), 22 – more than 10 years (LS=5571±1841.8 days). 67 LCP died because of LC (LS=471.9±344 days). AT significantly improved 5YS (68% vs. 53.7%) (P=0.028 by log-rank test). Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: N0-N12, T3-4, blood cell circuit, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells-CC and blood cells subpopulations), LC cell dynamics, recalcification time, heparin tolerance, prothrombin index, protein, AT, procedure type (P=0.000-0.031). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and N0-12 (rank=1), thrombocytes/CC (rank=2), segmented neutrophils/CC (3), eosinophils/CC (4), erythrocytes/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), stick neutrophils/CC (8), leucocytes/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (error=0.000; area under ROC curve=1.0).
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of the physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar lead (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
6. Describe the flow of current around the heart during the cardiac cycle
7. Discuss the placement and polarity of the leads of electrocardiograph
8. Describe the normal electrocardiograms recorded from the limb leads and explain the physiological basis of the different records that are obtained
9. Define mean electrical vector (axis) of the heart and give the normal range
10. Define the mean QRS vector
11. Describe the axes of leads (hexagonal reference system)
12. Comprehend the vectorial analysis of the normal ECG
13. Determine the mean electrical axis of the ventricular QRS and appreciate the mean axis deviation
14. Explain the concepts of current of injury, J point, and their significance
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. Chapter 3, Cardiology Explained, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2214/
7. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
Basavarajeeyam is an important text for ayurvedic physician belonging to andhra pradehs. It is a popular compendium in various parts of our country as well as in andhra pradesh. The content of the text was presented in sanskrit and telugu language (Bilingual). One of the most famous book in ayurvedic pharmaceutics and therapeutics. This book contains 25 chapters called as prakaranas. Many rasaoushadis were explained, pioneer of dhatu druti, nadi pareeksha, mutra pareeksha etc. Belongs to the period of 15-16 century. New diseases like upadamsha, phiranga rogas are explained.
Muktapishti is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation made from Shoditha Mukta (Purified Pearl), is believed to help regulate thyroid function and reduce symptoms of hyperthyroidism due to its cooling and balancing properties. Clinical evidence on its efficacy remains limited, necessitating further research to validate its therapeutic benefits.
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Rasamanikya is a excellent preparation in the field of Rasashastra, it is used in various Kushtha Roga, Shwasa, Vicharchika, Bhagandara, Vatarakta, and Phiranga Roga. In this article Preparation& Comparative analytical profile for both Formulationon i.e Rasamanikya prepared by Kushmanda swarasa & Churnodhaka Shodita Haratala. The study aims to provide insights into the comparative efficacy and analytical aspects of these formulations for enhanced therapeutic outcomes.
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Calendar No. 328
111TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
S. 2772
To establish a criminal justice reinvestment grant program to help States
and local jurisdictions reduce spending on corrections, control growth
in the prison and jail populations, and increase public safety.
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
NOVEMBER 16, 2009
Mr. WHITEHOUSE (for himself, Mr. CORNYN, Mr. LEAHY, Mr. FEINGOLD, and
Mr. CARDIN) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and re-
ferred to the Committee on the Judiciary
MARCH 22 (legislative day, MARCH 19), 2010
Reported by Mr. LEAHY, with an amendment
[Strike out all after the enacting clause and insert the part printed in italic]
A BILL
To establish a criminal justice reinvestment grant program
to help States and local jurisdictions reduce spending
on corrections, control growth in the prison and jail
populations, and increase public safety.
1 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
2 tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
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1 SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
2 This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Criminal Justice Rein-
3 vestment Act of 2009’’.
4 SEC. 2. FINDINGS.
5 Congress finds the following:
6 (1) A total of 2,200,000 American adults are
7 incarcerated in State and local prisons and jails, a
8 rate of about 1 out of every 100 adults.
9 (2) State spending on corrections has increased
10 over the last 20 years from approximately
11 $12,600,000,000 in 1988 to more than
12 $52,000,000,000 in 2008. According to ‘‘Public
13 Safety, Public Spending: Forecasting America’s
14 Prison Population 2007–2011’’, State and Federal
15 prison populations are expected to increase by
16 192,000 over that 5-year period, at an additional
17 cost of $27,500,000,000.
18 (3) Between 2000 and 2008, jail populations
19 increased from approximately 621,000 to 785,000
20 inmates. The 3,300 jails nationwide process approxi-
21 mately 13,500,000 inmates each year, 4,000,000 of
22 whom are repeat offenders.
23 (4) The number of persons on probation and
24 parole in State correctional systems has been in-
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1 out of every 45 adults, are on probation or parole,
2 an increase of nearly 300 percent since 1980.
3 (5) Policymakers have insufficient access to de-
4 tailed, data-driven explanations about changes in
5 crime, arrest, conviction, and prison and jail popu-
6 lation trends.
7 (6) In the face of ever-increasing correctional
8 costs, with bipartisan leadership, governors and leg-
9 islative leaders in Texas, Kansas, Rhode Island,
10 Vermont, and other States around the country have
11 initiated data-driven criminal justice reinvestment
12 strategies that increase public safety, hold offenders
13 accountable, and control corrections spending.
14 SEC. 3. PURPOSE AND DEFINITION.
15 (a) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this Act is to provide
16 grants for criminal justice reinvestment strategies.
17 (b) CRIMINAL JUSTICE REINVESTMENT.—In this
18 Act, the term ‘‘criminal justice reinvestment’’ refers to a
19 data-driven program that—
20 (1) analyzes criminal justice trends to under-
21 stand what factors are driving the growth in prison
22 and jail populations;
23 (2) develops and implements policy options to
24 manage the growth in corrections populations and
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1 investment to increase public safety and improve in-
2 dividual and system accountability; and
3 (3) measures the impact of the policy changes
4 and reinvestment resources and holds policymakers
5 accountable for projected results.
6 SEC. 4. PUBLIC SAFETY PERFORMANCE GRANTS TO IMPLE-
7 MENT CRIMINAL JUSTICE REINVESTMENT
8 STRATEGIES.
9 (a) PHASE 1—DATA ANALYSIS AND POLICY DEVEL-
10 OPMENT GRANTS.—
11 (1) IN GENERAL.—The Attorney General may
12 make grants to a State, unit of local government,
13 territory, or Indian tribe (referred to in this Act as
14 an ‘‘eligible entity’’) to analyze and improve the
15 cost-effectiveness of State and local spending on
16 prisons, jails, and community corrections (referred
17 to in this Act as ‘‘Phase 1 grants’’).
18 (2) OBJECTIVES.—The purposes of the Phase 1
19 grants shall be for an eligible entity—
20 (A) to conduct a comprehensive analysis of
21 criminal justice data, including crime and arrest
22 rates, conviction rates, pretrial and reentry
23 services, and probation, parole, prison and jail
24 populations;
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1 (B) to evaluate relevant criminal justice
2 policies and the cost-effectiveness of current
3 spending on corrections and community correc-
4 tions; and
5 (C) to develop data-driven policy options
6 that can increase public safety and improve of-
7 fender accountability.
8 (3) DETAILS.—The comprehensive analysis,
9 evaluation, and policy development required by para-
10 graph (2) shall include—
11 (A) an analysis of reported crime and ar-
12 rest data;
13 (B) an analysis of felony conviction data to
14 understand the percent of offenders who are
15 sentenced to prison or jail for particular of-
16 fenses;
17 (C) an analysis of prison or jail admission
18 and length-of-stay data over a 3- to 5-year time
19 period to determine which cohorts of offenders
20 account for the growth of the population;
21 (D) an analysis of probation and parole
22 data to determine which offenders are violating
23 the conditions of supervision and being revoked
24 to prison or jail;
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1 (E) an analysis of the current capacity and
2 quality of crime prevention and crime-fighting
3 programs, including institutional and commu-
4 nity-based risk-reduction programs such as
5 drug treatment, mental health, education, job
6 training, housing, and other human services to
7 divert individuals from prisons or jails and to
8 reduce recidivism among offenders on commu-
9 nity supervision;
10 (F) consultation with criminal justice
11 stakeholders, including State corrections de-
12 partments, community corrections agencies,
13 local jail systems, and relevant governmental
14 agencies and nonprofit organizations;
15 (G) an analysis of criminal justice policies
16 and expenditures, including the cost-effective-
17 ness of current spending on corrections and
18 community corrections, to understand how the
19 existing system accounts for criminal justice
20 trends;
21 (H) the development of a prison or jail
22 population projection using a simulation model
23 based on collected data to test the impact of
24 various policy changes; and
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1 (I) the development of practical, data-driv-
2 en policy options that can increase public safe-
3 ty, improve offender accountability, reduce re-
4 cidivism, and manage the growth of spending
5 on corrections in the relevant criminal justice
6 system.
7 (4) APPLICATIONS.—To be eligible to receive a
8 grant under this subsection, an eligible entity shall
9 submit to the Attorney General an application, in
10 such form and manner and at such time as specified
11 by the Attorney General that includes a proposal
12 that describes how the grant will fulfill the objectives
13 required by paragraph (2).
14 (5) PRIORITY.—The Attorney General, in
15 awarding funds under this subsection, shall give pri-
16 ority to eligible entities that—
17 (A) demonstrate a commitment from the
18 chief executive officer, legislative body, judici-
19 ary, law enforcement officials, correctional
20 agencies and prosecutors of the eligible entity to
21 work together in a collaborative bipartisan ap-
22 proach to analyze the data and develop criminal
23 justice policy options;
24 (B) establish or designate a multibranch,
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1 force of elected and appointed officials to ad-
2 dress the criminal justice and public safety
3 challenges facing the jurisdiction;
4 (C) demonstrate access to data from across
5 the criminal justice system, including crime and
6 arrest, court and conviction, jail, prison, com-
7 munity corrections data, and standards for
8 analysis;
9 (D) identify agency or consultant capacity
10 to objectively analyze data, utilize simulation
11 models for prison or jail population projections,
12 and develop concise written reports and policy
13 options for policymakers to review; or
14 (E) demonstrate that the projected growth
15 over a 10-year period is expected to exceed cur-
16 rent corrections capacity.
17 (6) COMPLETION OF GRANT.—The analysis,
18 evaluation, and policy development required for a
19 grant under this subsection shall be completed not
20 later than 12 months after the receipt of funding for
21 the grant unless granted an extension of time by the
22 Attorney General.
23 (b) PHASE 2—IMPLEMENTATION GRANTS.—
24 (1) IN GENERAL.—The Attorney General may
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1 and programs designed to help jurisdictions manage
2 the growth in spending on corrections and increase
3 public safety (referred to in this Act as ‘‘Phase 2
4 grants’’).
5 (2) OBJECTIVES.—The purposes of the Phase 2
6 grants shall be for an eligible entity to—
7 (A) fund programs identified by prior data
8 analysis and policy development that provide
9 training and technical assistance, support the
10 delivery of risk-reduction programs, or other-
11 wise enhance public safety and improve offender
12 accountability by strengthening the criminal
13 justice system;
14 (B) reinvest averted prison or jail costs
15 into programs that enhance public safety by
16 strengthening the criminal justice system or
17 high-risk communities and individuals; and
18 (C) measure performance of policies and
19 programs enacted or established in subpara-
20 graphs (A) and (B).
21 (3) PROGRAMS.—The programs described by
22 paragraphs (2)(A) and (2)(B) shall—
23 (A) provide training and technical assist-
24 ance including—
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1 (i) training of corrections and commu-
2 nity corrections, judicial, substance abuse
3 or mental healthstaff and other key staff
4 on evidence-based practices for reducing
5 recidivism; or
6 (ii) training and technical assistance
7 to assist jurisdictions in implementing and
8 validating new risk and needs assessment
9 tools; or technical assistance to implement
10 evidence-based policies in corrections or
11 community corrections agencies;
12 (B) establish risk-reduction programs in-
13 cluding—
14 (i) substance abuse or mental health
15 treatment;
16 (ii) education or job training;
17 (iii) job placement, development, and
18 creation;
19 (iv) intermediate sanction programs
20 and facilities, including community-based
21 reentry programs, day reporting centers
22 and electronic monitoring; or
23 (v) supportive housing programs;
24 (C) reduce the number of rearrests, re-
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1 on probation and parole and increase the num-
2 ber of successful completions of probation and
3 parole;
4 (D) establish policies and practices that
5 will avert growth in the prison and jail popu-
6 lation and, as a result, avert the need to appro-
7 priate funds for the construction or operation of
8 a new prison and jail facilities; or
9 (E) establish comparable programs that
10 enhance public safety by strengthening the
11 criminal justice system.
12 (4) PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT.—The per-
13 formance measures described by paragraph (2)(C)
14 shall track key criminal justice trends across agen-
15 cies and departments to measure the impact of the
16 programs described in paragraph (3), and include
17 the following measurements where applicable:
18 (A) Reduction in rearrest, reconviction,
19 and revocations of people currently on proba-
20 tion and parole.
21 (B) Increases in the number of successful
22 completions of probation and parole.
23 (C) General crime trends.
24 (D) Prison and jail populations.
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1 (E) Number of program and treatment
2 slots added to reduce recidivism.
3 (5) APPLICATIONS.—To be eligible to receive a
4 grant under this subsection, an eligible entity shall
5 submit to the Attorney General an application, in
6 such form and manner and at such time as specified
7 by the Attorney General that includes a proposal
8 that describes how the grant will fulfill the objectives
9 required by paragraph (2).
10 (6) PRIORITY.—Priority consideration shall be
11 given to applications under this subsection that dem-
12 onstrate that—
13 (A) the proposed programs will improve
14 public safety and improve individual and system
15 accountability while reducing or maintaining
16 criminal justice growth through policies which
17 ensure that—
18 (i) violent offenders are incarcerated;
19 (ii) nonviolent offenders who pose a
20 minimal risk of harm to the community
21 are supervised through effective probation
22 and parole systems and provided with ef-
23 fective risk-reduction programs; and
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1 (iii) effective diversion and reentry
2 programs are integrated into a new overall
3 criminal reinvestment strategy;
4 (B) the proposed programs will have a sig-
5 nificant impact on the geographic areas identi-
6 fied by the analysis as having disproportionate
7 numbers of people returning from prison or jail;
8 and
9 (C) data analysis through a Phase 1 grant
10 or similar work has been completed.
11 (c) ANNUAL REPORT.—The Attorney General shall
12 report to the Committees on the Judiciary of the Senate
13 and the House of Representatives on November 1 of each
14 year concerning the development and implementation of
15 grants under this section and strategies developed, which
16 shall include information concerning—
17 (1) the number and identity of the grantees
18 who have received analyses and program develop-
19 ment grants;
20 (2) the progress of grantees in conducting anal-
21 yses and program development;
22 (3) the number and identity of the grantees re-
23 ceiving implementation grants;
24 (4) the progress of grantees in implementing
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1 (5) the performance of entities implementing
2 criminal justice reinvestment strategies, including
3 relevant data on—
4 (A) the reduction, if any, in the number of
5 rearrests, reconvictions, and revocations of peo-
6 ple currently on probation and parole;
7 (B) the increase, if any, in the number of
8 successful completions of probation and parole;
9 (C) the reduction, if any, in the growth of
10 the prison and jail population;
11 (D) the portion of averted costs that has
12 been or will be reinvested and used to target
13 high-risk communities and individuals to reduce
14 the rate of rearrest, reconviction, and revoca-
15 tion to increase public safety; and
16 (E) the reduction, if any, in rearrest rates
17 by people under the supervision of the criminal
18 justice system.
19 (d) SHARING INFORMATION.—The Attorney General
20 shall establish an information clearinghouse for data col-
21 lected and for best practices developed by eligible grantees
22 developed in carrying out grants under this section.
23 (e) ADMINISTRATION.—Applications for grants shall
24 be considered on a rolling basis and be responded to in
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1 a timely fashion in order to provide assistance to policy-
2 makers facing various budget timelines.
3 (f) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.—There
4 are authorized to be appropriated $35,000,000 to carry
5 out this section for each of the fiscal years 2010 through
6 2014.
7 SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
8 This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Criminal Justice Rein-
9 vestment Act of 2010’’.
10 SEC. 2. FINDINGS.
11 Congress finds the following:
12 (1) A total of 2,200,000 American adults are in-
13 carcerated in State and local prisons and jails, a rate
14 of about 1 out of every 100 adults.
15 (2) State spending on corrections has increased
16 over the last 20 years from approximately
17 $12,600,000,000 in 1988 to more than
18 $52,000,000,000 in 2008. According to ‘‘Public Safe-
19 ty, Public Spending: Forecasting America’s Prison
20 Population 2007–2011’’, State and Federal prison
21 populations are expected to increase by 192,000 over
22 that 5-year period, at an additional cost of
23 $27,500,000,000.
24 (3) Between 2000 and 2008, jail populations in-
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1 mates. The 3,300 jails nationwide process approxi-
2 mately 13,500,000 inmates each year, 4,000,000 of
3 whom are repeat offenders.
4 (4) The number of persons on probation and pa-
5 role in State correctional systems has been increasing.
6 Approximately 5,000,000 Americans, or 1 out of every
7 45 adults, are on probation or parole, an increase of
8 nearly 300 percent since 1980.
9 (5) Many policymakers have insufficient access
10 to detailed, data-driven explanations for changes to
11 crime, arrest, conviction, and prison and jail popu-
12 lation trends.
13 (6) In the face of ever-increasing correctional
14 costs, with bipartisan leadership, governors and legis-
15 lative leaders in Texas, Kansas, Rhode Island,
16 Vermont, and other States around the country have
17 implemented data-driven criminal justice reinvest-
18 ment strategies that increase public safety, hold of-
19 fenders accountable, and control corrections spending.
20 SEC. 3. PURPOSE AND DEFINITION.
21 (a) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this Act is to provide
22 grants for criminal justice reinvestment strategies.
23 (b) CRIMINAL JUSTICE REINVESTMENT.—In this Act,
24 the term ‘‘criminal justice reinvestment’’ refers to a data-
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1 (1) analyzes criminal justice trends to under-
2 stand what factors are driving the growth in prison
3 and jail populations;
4 (2) develops and implements policy options to
5 control growth in corrections populations and in-
6 crease the effectiveness of current spending and invest-
7 ment to increase public safety and improve indi-
8 vidual and system accountability; and
9 (3) measures the impact of the policy changes
10 and reinvestment resources and holds policymakers
11 accountable for projected results.
12 SEC. 4. PUBLIC SAFETY PERFORMANCE GRANTS TO IMPLE-
13 MENT CRIMINAL JUSTICE REINVESTMENT
14 STRATEGIES.
15 (a) PHASE 1—DATA ANALYSIS AND POLICY DEVELOP-
16 MENT GRANTS.—
17 (1) IN GENERAL.—The Attorney General may
18 make grants to a State, unit of local government, ter-
19 ritory, or Indian tribe (referred to in this Act as an
20 ‘‘eligible entity’’) to analyze and improve the cost-ef-
21 fectiveness of State and local spending on prisons,
22 jails, and community corrections (referred to in this
23 Act as ‘‘Phase 1 grants’’).
24 (2) OBJECTIVES.—The purposes of the Phase 1
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1 (A) to conduct a comprehensive analysis of
2 criminal justice data, including crime and arrest
3 rates, conviction rates, pretrial and reentry serv-
4 ices, and probation, parole, prison and jail pop-
5 ulations;
6 (B) to evaluate relevant criminal justice
7 policies and the cost-effectiveness of current
8 spending on corrections and community correc-
9 tions; and
10 (C) to develop data-driven policy options
11 that can increase public safety and improve of-
12 fender accountability.
13 (3) DETAILS.—The comprehensive analysis, eval-
14 uation, and policy development required by para-
15 graph (2) shall include—
16 (A) an analysis of reported crime and ar-
17 rest data;
18 (B) an analysis of felony conviction data to
19 understand the percent of offenders who are sen-
20 tenced to prison or jail for particular offenses;
21 (C) an analysis of prison or jail admission
22 and length-of-stay data over a 3- to 5-year time
23 period to determine which cohorts of offenders
24 account for the growth of the population;
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1 (D) an analysis of probation and parole
2 data to determine which cohorts of offenders are
3 violating the conditions of supervision and being
4 revoked to prison or jail;
5 (E) an analysis of the current capacity and
6 effectiveness of institutional and community-
7 based risk-reduction, crime-prevention, and
8 crime-fighting programs to divert individuals
9 from prisons or jails and to reduce recidivism
10 among offenders on community supervision;
11 (F) an analysis of implementation of statu-
12 tory and constitutional victims’ rights provisions
13 and victim restitution awards and collection;
14 (G) consultation with criminal justice
15 stakeholders, including State corrections depart-
16 ments, community corrections agencies, local jail
17 systems, crime victims and survivors, and other
18 relevant governmental agencies and nonprofit or-
19 ganizations;
20 (H) an analysis of current criminal justice
21 policies and expenditures to understand how the
22 existing system accounts for criminal justice
23 trends;
24 (I) the development of a prison or jail pop-
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1 based on collected data to test the impact of var-
2 ious policy changes; and
3 (J) the development of practical, data-driv-
4 en policy options that can increase public safety,
5 improve offender accountability, reduce recidi-
6 vism, and control growth of spending on correc-
7 tions in the relevant criminal justice system.
8 (4) APPLICATIONS.—To be eligible to receive a
9 grant under this subsection, an eligible entity shall
10 submit to the Attorney General an application, in
11 such form and manner and at such time as specified
12 by the Attorney General, that includes a proposal that
13 describes how the grant will fulfill the objectives re-
14 quired by paragraph (2).
15 (5) PRIORITY.—The Attorney General, in award-
16 ing grants under this subsection, shall give priority
17 to eligible entities that—
18 (A) demonstrate a commitment from the
19 chief executive officer, legislative body, judiciary,
20 law enforcement officials, correctional agencies
21 and prosecutors of the eligible entity to work to-
22 gether in a collaborative, bipartisan approach to
23 analyze the data and develop criminal justice
24 policy options;
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1 (B) establish or designate a multibranch,
2 bipartisan, intergovernmental, interagency task
3 force of elected and appointed officials to address
4 the criminal justice and public safety challenges
5 facing the jurisdiction; or
6 (C) demonstrate that the projected growth
7 over a 10-year period is expected to exceed cur-
8 rent corrections capacity.
9 (6) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE.—Upon selection of
10 an eligible entity to receive a grant under this sub-
11 section, the Attorney General shall assign and provide
12 such funds as are necessary from such grant to a tech-
13 nical assistance provider working with the eligible en-
14 tity to fulfill the requirements under paragraph (3).
15 (7) COMPLETION OF GRANT.—The analysis, eval-
16 uation, and policy development required for a grant
17 under this subsection shall be completed not later
18 than 18 months after the receipt of funding for the
19 grant unless granted an extension of time by the At-
20 torney General.
21 (b) PHASE 2—IMPLEMENTATION GRANTS.—
22 (1) IN GENERAL.—The Attorney General may
23 make grants to eligible entities to implement policies,
24 programs, or practices designed to help jurisdictions
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1 crease public safety (referred to in this Act as ‘‘Phase
2 2 grants’’).
3 (2) OBJECTIVES.—The purposes of the Phase 2
4 grants shall be for an eligible entity to—
5 (A) fund policies, programs, or practices
6 identified by prior data analysis and policy de-
7 velopment that provide training and technical
8 assistance, support the delivery of risk-reduction
9 programs, or otherwise enhance public safety and
10 improve offender accountability by strengthening
11 the criminal justice system;
12 (B) encourage reinvestment of averted pris-
13 on or jail costs into policies, programs, or prac-
14 tices that enhance public safety; and
15 (C) measure performance of policies, pro-
16 grams, or practices enacted or established under
17 subparagraphs (A) and (B).
18 (3) PROGRAMS.—The policies, programs, or
19 practices described by paragraphs (2)(A) and (2)(B)
20 may—
21 (A) provide training and technical assist-
22 ance, such as—
23 (i) training of corrections and commu-
24 nity corrections, judicial, substance abuse or
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1 evidence-based practices for reducing recidi-
2 vism; or
3 (ii) training and technical assistance
4 to assist jurisdictions in implementing and
5 validating new risk and needs assessment
6 tools; or technical assistance to implement
7 evidence-based policies in corrections or
8 community corrections agencies;
9 (B) establish risk-reduction programs, such
10 as—
11 (i) substance abuse or mental health
12 treatment;
13 (ii) intermediate sanction programs
14 and facilities, including day reporting cen-
15 ters and electronic monitoring; or
16 (iii) other training or support pro-
17 grams aimed at reducing the risk of recidi-
18 vism;
19 (C) modify probation and parole policies to
20 reduce the number of rearrests, reconvictions,
21 and revocations of people on probation and pa-
22 role, to consider the safety of crime victims and
23 witnesses and to increase the number of success-
24 ful completions of probation and parole;
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1 (D) establish policies, programs, or prac-
2 tices that will control growth in the prison and
3 jail population and, as a result, better allocate
4 resources and save costs; or
5 (E) establish comparable policies, programs,
6 or practices that enhance public safety by
7 strengthening the criminal justice system.
8 (4) PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT.—The per-
9 formance measures described by paragraph (2)(C)
10 shall track key criminal justice trends across agencies
11 and departments to measure the impact of the pro-
12 grams described in paragraph (3), and include the
13 following measurements where applicable:
14 (A) Reduction in rearrest, reconviction, and
15 revocations of people currently on probation and
16 parole.
17 (B) Increases in the number of successful
18 completions of probation and parole.
19 (C) General crime trends.
20 (D) Prison and jail populations.
21 (5) APPLICATIONS.—To be eligible to receive a
22 grant under this subsection, an eligible entity shall
23 submit to the Attorney General an application, in
24 such form and manner and at such time as specified
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1 describes how the grant will fulfill the objectives re-
2 quired by paragraph (2).
3 (6) PRIORITY.—The Attorney General, in award-
4 ing grants under this subsection, shall give priority
5 to eligible entities that demonstrate that—
6 (A) the proposed policies, programs, or
7 practices will improve public safety and control
8 growth in the prison and jail populations
9 through policies, programs, or practices that en-
10 sure that—
11 (i) violent offenders are incarcerated;
12 (ii) nonviolent offenders who pose a
13 minimal risk of harm to the community are
14 supervised through effective probation and
15 parole systems and provided with effective
16 risk-reduction programs; and
17 (iii) effective risk-reduction programs
18 are integrated into a new overall criminal
19 reinvestment strategy;
20 (B) the proposed policies, programs, or
21 practices will have a significant impact on the
22 geographic areas identified by the analysis as
23 having disproportionate numbers of people re-
24 turning from prison or jail; and
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1 (C) grant funds received under this sub-
2 section will be used to implement the proposed
3 policies, programs, or practices identified in an
4 analysis conducted using a Phase 1 grant or
5 through comparable work.
6 (7) FEDERAL SHARE.—
7 (A) IN GENERAL.—The Federal share of the
8 cost of a project carried out using a grant made
9 under this subsection shall be not more than 75
10 percent.
11 (B) IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS.—
12 (i) IN GENERAL.—Subject to para-
13 graph (B), the non-Federal share for a
14 project carried out using a grant made
15 under this subsection may be made in the
16 form of in-kind contributions that are di-
17 rectly related to the purpose for which the
18 grant was made.
19 (ii) MAXIMUM PERCENTAGE.—Not
20 more than 50 percent of the non-Federal
21 share for a project carried out using a grant
22 made under this subsection may be in the
23 form of in-kind contributions.
24 (c) OVERSIGHT.—
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1 (1) AUDIT REQUIREMENT.—Beginning in fiscal
2 year 2012 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Inspec-
3 tor General of the Department of Justice shall conduct
4 an audit of not less than 10 percent of all grantees
5 awarded funding under this Act to prevent waste,
6 fraud, and abuse of funds by grantees.
7 (2) MANDATORY EXCLUSION.—A grantee award-
8 ed funds under this Act that is found to have an un-
9 resolved audit finding shall not be eligible for an
10 award of grant funds under this Act for the first fis-
11 cal year beginning after the 1-year period.
12 (3) PRIORITY.—In addition to the priorities
13 given to eligible entities under subsections (a)(5) and
14 (b)(6), the Attorney General, in awarding grants
15 under this Act, shall give priority to eligible entities
16 that, within the 3 fiscal years prior to submitting an
17 application for a grant under this Act, have not been
18 found to have an unresolved audit finding showing a
19 violation in the terms or conditions of a Department
20 of Justice grant program.
21 (4) DEFINITION.—In this subsection, the term
22 ‘‘unresolved audit finding’’ means an audit report
23 finding or recommendation that the grantee has uti-
24 lized grant funds for an unauthorized expenditure or
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