25-3402A
Authorize the (1) application for and acceptance of a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) through the Texas Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Division (CJD) for the FY 2026 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (Grant No. 5414401, Federal/State Award ID. No. 15PBJA-23-GG-00035-BSCI, Assistance Listing No. 16.738) in the amount of $234,459.45 for the purpose of funding two outreach & advocacy specialist positions to support the Dallas Police Department Community Engagement Unit and RIGHT Care Team in investigation efforts for the period October 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026; (2) establishment of appropriations in an amount not to exceed $234,459.45 in the CJD FY26 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Grant Fund; (3) receipt and deposit of funds in an amount not to exceed $234,459.45 in the CJD FY26 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Grant Fund; (4) addition of two outreach & advocacy specialists; and (5) execution of the grant agreement with the CJD and all terms, conditions, and documents required by the agreement - Not to exceed $234,459.45 - Financing: CJD FY26 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Grant Fund
- Committee
- Public Safety Committee
- Introduced
- November 17, 2025
- On agenda
- December 8, 2025
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