The PROSPER Act directs the U.S. Attorney General to establish a youth gun violence prevention grant program designed to help communities reduce gun violence among young people at highest risk. Eligible organizations—including nonprofit groups, colleges, tribal governments, and local agencies—would receive federal funding to implement evidence-based programs that focus on trauma healing, youth empowerment, mental health support, mentorship, and community engagement rather than law enforcement approaches. The bill authorizes $100 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 for juvenile justice programs, with $25 million per year specifically dedicated to the youth gun violence prevention initiative. These funds would support strategies like firearm safety education, crisis intervention, and reintegration services for young people affected by or at risk of involvement in gun violence.
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