News
August 29, 2008
harkin announces $600,000 for iowa juvenile justice system
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) today announced that the Iowa Criminal and Juvenile Justice Planning Agency is receiving a $600,000 Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to support juvenile justice system improvements, as well as delinquency prevention and intervention efforts.
“I am pleased that Iowa will receive these important funds to help maintain and strengthen the juvenile justice system,” Harkin said. “Identifying and rehabilitating at-risk youth are significant steps towards preventing future crimes.”
The funds may be used for improvement of juvenile justice system operations, policies, and procedures including establishing a system of graduated sanctions, treatment programs, and aftercare. Additionally, the funding provides for programs that support prevention of substance abuse by juveniles, serious and violent crimes by juveniles, juvenile gang involvement, and delinquent acts.
