United StatesHouse Bill 2018HR 2018

BODEGA Act of 2025

Crime and Law Enforcement

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Last progress March 10, 2025 (9 months ago)

Introduced on March 10, 2025 by Ritchie Torres

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March 10, 2025 (9 months ago)

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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This bill lets federal public safety grants be used to help small neighborhood stores improve safety. It adds a new allowed use: installing panic buttons and surveillance equipment in private businesses. It also names certain grocery-type businesses (NAICS code 445131) as eligible for this support, which includes many bodegas and small markets.

Key points:

Who is affected: Private businesses, including many small groceries and bodegas (NAICS 445131).
What changes: Federal Byrne–JAG grant funds could be used to install panic buttons and security cameras in these businesses.
Why it matters: Aims to deter crime and help store owners and workers call for help quickly during emergencies.

BODEGA Act of 2025

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