Expands after-school programs for youth in underserved communities across the country.
This bill would expand after-school programs for young people across the country, especially in public housing and distressed areas. It would set aside $16 million each year from 2028 to 2032. This money would help the National Police Athletic/Activities League (PAL) create 250 new local chapters and grow existing ones. This aims to give more youth, particularly those at high risk, safe activities and mentorship with law enforcement.
Today, the National Police Athletic/Activities League (PAL) serves about 2 million youth through over 200 chapters, largely relying on private funding, with many distressed areas still lacking these programs. After this bill, the Assistant Attorney General would award $16 million annually for five years (2028-2032) to National PAL. This would establish 250 new chapters in distressed areas and expand existing ones, aiming for at least 500 chapters by January 1, 2032, providing more youth with structured after-school activities.
HR 9059 · 119th Congress · May 29, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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